Nicola Richards's Reviews

So blessed to have known this wonderful lady xx

This is a very emotional review for me as I cannot believe I do not have this truly amazing woman taking care of my little boy anymore. The plan was for Nicci to look after Quinn until he started school but due to personal circumstances I moved away from Kirkby and had to move child-minders.

I met Nicci at a playgroup at the time I was looking for childcare for Quinn as I was due to go back to work. As soon as I met Nicci I knew I had to have her take care of him and that I would be more than happy leaving him with her. Nicci looked after Quinn from ten months to 2.5 years.

Quinn took to her straight away and the bond they had melted my heart, for she was his world and I could see why. Nicci worked closely with me to meet Quinn's needs and always offered helpful advice for times when I struggled to adapt to motherhood.

Quinn was made to feel such a special part of the family by Nicci, her husband Joey and her two daughters, even Nicci's mum! Her raced in every morning and sometimes did not want to come home!

Quinn came on leaps and bounds, which I contribute to him being around Nicci and they way she taught him. Her calm and loving nature, her patience and passion for her role transferred to he children and encourage their learning even more.

Communication was impeccable, I received daily reports, pictures and in-depth description of what he had done that day. I would also receive pictures at work if they were up to something, which always made me smile!

Quinn loves being outdoors and Nicci did not disappoint, they were out pretty much on a daily basis, to play group, the park, nature trails, Martin Mere, Safari Parks, Play parks, Farms, swimming, vegetable and fruit picking, zoos, the list was endless! Quinn also enjoyed some quite play time and Nicci always ensured the right balance.

Food was always healthy and lots of variety, and the food was always home-made. Quinn was introduced to a variety of new foods, fruit etc which he now has in his diet.

I could go on and on about things he did but I can honestly say that we have been truly blessed to have Nicci touch our lives and give Quinn the best start ever. Nicci has give my precious son the confidence he needs for a great start and a belief in himself that he can do anything he puts his mind to. He was no angel at times but she dealt with this superbly and I myself learnt some important lessons. Quinn may be to young to understand what is going on and I will never forget how Nicci inspired him and gave him the absolute best start in life. From the bottom of my heart Nicci I thank you. I cannot recommend Nicci enough and only wish circumstances were different so Quinn was still with her.

Myself and Quinn have so much love for this selfless amazing woman who will always be in our hearts xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

A very emotional mummy xxxxxxxxxxxx

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by Parent about Nicola Richards on 31/10/2016

Absolutely amazing childminder

Nicci has been in our lives for 6 years, first looking after my son from 1-4yrs of age. My son absolutely loved goin to nicci and still does when we go to pick up my daughter.
Nicci is currently looking after my daughter and has done from aged 4 mths- she is almost 3. My daughter literally thinks and is welcomed as part of niccis family she absolutely loves nicci and her family.
I have already booked Nicci for child no. 3 due in July.
I can't fault the care Nicci gives to my children at all, she is very dedicated to each of them and both my children abasolutly love her.
Her resources are fantastic as are the activities she does with the children. Daily trips out ensure the children are learning about the environment and their community without them realising.
Child No. 2 suffered with food allergies and Nicci was brilliant in helping me identify which were intolerable foods (way before the GP) and she was really good at accommodating our needs.
My children learn good manners, respect, empathy, tolerance, values, boundaries and have an abundance of confidence.
I never hesitate recommending Nicci.

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by Parent about Nicola Richards on 24/05/2016

Amazing childminder

Nicci looked after our son for 2 years. Bobby was our 3rd child and i hadn't used a childminder in the past so i didn't really know what to expect. Nicci is fabulous at her job. She really is amazing at what she does the relationship she has with my son is loving and affectionate yet always to a high professional standard. Rain or shine she will take the children out on an adventure and my son would come home beaming from the days events. He is so far advanced for his age and I thank Nicci for bringing the best out in him. You will not be disappointed!

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by Parent about Nicola Richards on 23/05/2016

Wonderful childminder

Nicola has minded our little girl for almost 2 years, and she has loved going, she visits loads great places and she has come on so much and is now ready to go to nursery. Her home environment is exceptional and our LO adores Nicola and her family, not forgetting sky. Even though she is now leaving to go to nursery we are hoping that during school holidays she will be able to go back for visits, as hope to keep in touch with Nicola as I'm sure that our LO will miss her too much.
Anyone who has their child looked after by Nicola will not be disappointed.

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by Parent about Nicola Richards on 01/09/2013

Response by Nicola Richards on 10/02/2014:

Thank you so much xxx I will miss our princess very much as will everyone - looking forward to our visits - that cheered me up xxx

Highly recommended

Nicola cared for our first son, on a full-time basis, from 6 months old until he started nursery. She currently cares for our second son on a part-time basis. We initially researched a number of local nurseries and childminders, many of which we did not feel comfortable with. I honestly found Nicola faultless from day one. Our son settled in immediately, looking forward to going to Nicola's home daily and developed in leaps and bounds. Our second son is developing with Nicola just as positively. I could not recommend someone more highly. Nicola's home facilities are excellent. She genuinely cares for the children looks after, educationally and emotionally. She offers a wide range of varied activities to aid any child's development and I would have no reservation in recommending Nicola to anyone as first-class.

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by Parent about Nicola Richards on 27/02/2013