Jocunnin's Reviews
Childminder
4.82 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most ratings being 5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional environment and wide range of stimulating activities provided. Children are described as thriving and happy. The setting is noted as clean, well-equipped, and homely. Communication with parents is highlighted as excellent. Only one negative review mentions a miscommunication issue.
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Our twins have been attending since April 2022 and they are both very happy and love going there. It is like it’s their second home and sometimes when we arrive to drop them they they say “mummy we are home”. Before they started, we were a little bit anxious as we know that having twins can be challenging. However, since the 1st day we have always been assured of the best care for the twins. We feel very lucky to have found them. Jo and Ryan have been super amazing with the twins and they both love going there every morning. They have build a great rapport with them and they very friendly. Communication is excellent and they always keep us updated with the twins progress. When we drop them and pick them up, there is always a good handover and we are updated on how the day would have been for the twins and this includes the activities they would have engaged in on the day. There is a learning journal with the twins journey and activities that they engage in at the setting. The twins have regular homework given to them either in learning sacks or learning activities which are very interactive for the twins.
The twins are provided with so much care and attention. Our personal view is that we are fortunate to have found this setting and it’s the best in our area. The quality of care and range of activities provided for the children are really outstanding. The twins are provided with a wide range of activities and resources. They have access to stimulative activities that support their development. In addition they have regular visits to parks, farms, walks, shopping and garden centres. The twins also join in activities such as children in need/World book day, etc.
We would highly recommend Jo and Ryan to anyone looking for the care for their children. They are very approachable and always prioritise the needs of the children.
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Lisacm
on 04/09/2024
I went to visit jo when my little boy was a baby and I was blown away by her setting and what she offered, due to not returning to work I didn’t need to go ahead but Jo was very understanding. When my little boy was 3 1/2 I returned to work and Jo was the Childminder I desperately wanted, I went to visit again and met her husband who also works with her and he is fantastic with the children, Jo was very accommodating with the days and times I needed.
Most importantly though my little boy adores both Jo and Ryan, he is always so excited to go and comes out very happy. The communication is great and the activities/environment that they provide is outstanding!
I could go on forever about how amazing I think they are but I think one visit with them and you would think the same.
I can’t thank them enough for the care that they have provided for my son and how reassuring it was for me to know how happy he was when I returned to work.
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louisa
on 21/07/2023
My son started with Jo at just under 1 years old and is now ready to start school in September. He has absolutely loved his time with Jo and has thrived in every way whilst being there. Jo always goes above and beyond to help us when needed. I always recommend Jo and will continue to do so even after my son has left. We class the family as friends now and I hope my son can still go back if there’s space during the school holidays. I know how much he’s going to miss attending. I couldn’t speak more highly of Jo and all the amazing childcare she provides 5 star in every way
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Rebecca
on 07/07/2023
After being with Jo and Ryan for over a year now spending lots of money I was shocked at the treatment I received from them, I messaged jo to ask for availability which she replied, and said yes she does, i then said great can you book me in for the days, now unbeknown to me she had sent a thumbs up to the message I had sent which I didn’t see, now I thought she had just ignored the message and not replied, I didn’t see the thumbs up as there was no real reply and it’s not very professional to be booking in work with a confirmation with a emoji! So I didn’t take my son instead took the day off work as she is my only childcare, to then receive a message from her advising she can no longer look after my son, that was it nothing else, so I replied back saying can you please explain why? And she then said I messed her about and she has lost out on money which is understandable if that was the case, this was a miscommunication on her behalf and for this she then advises we can’t return! So I was like wow shocked at being accused of messing her about when really if she had replied properly not via emoji the reply may not of been missed even though it’s not really a confirmation! My son has a sensory disorder and struggles with new places and people this has now caused a lot of stress trying to find another child minder that he is even comfortable with! … I think after spending money with them and being treated like that is shocking ! AVOID, generally as people don’t get me wrong they come across nice, and have been up until now, which is a shame, I would rather spend my money elsewhere. You don’t do business like that and that is what let them down for me, I thought others should know incase they are in a similar situation to me and end up with no childminder over no fault of your own.
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on 05/04/2023
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jocunnin
on 05/04/2023:
This young girl, unfortunately, didn't turn up for childcare she booked in, and it isn't the first time. I have only looked after her child for about 10 days in total during school holidays. We have a waiting list ✨️ with others who would love to attend our setting. Do read all the great reviews from all the parents that have previously attended and still do and recommend our childcare setting 😀
Jo is outstanding for many reasons. She has looked after our daughter for the past year and has always been friendly and approachable. Jo cares for all the children and provides so many activities and opportunities which set the children up for solid foundations in their learning. Jo has the best toys and I feel confident in leaving my child in her care. We will miss you JoJo! I hope one day we will be back to use your childcare service again.
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NaomiC
on 01/08/2022
Jo has looked after both of my children in the past and currently. They have both excelled when being with Jo and grown in confidence. Jo is an excellent childminder that shows so much passion in her job, which shows through the childrens happiness. I would recommend Jo to anyone.
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Carly
on 09/06/2022
Professional in every aspect. A house more equipped for children than any childminder I’ve ever known before’my daughter has so many different forms of enrichment and has come on leaps and bounds since being in Jo’s care. Incredibly clean and tidy.
my only bad point is that we wish we had found jo sooner as without a doubt she provides a fantastic service.
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Natalie
on 07/06/2022
Jo has looked after my daughter for the last year prior to starting school. The care she provides is second to none and it is easy to see why her ofsted report is outstanding. My daughter has loved being here and my son now attends. I wish I had found Jo sooner as she is amazing and the kids love her. I wouldn’t send my children to anyone else now. I highly recommend her!!
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Beckie
on 10/09/2021
Jo looked after my little boy until he has just started school. I love the home from home beautiful setting she has, he could not wait to go to daily and when I picked him up he was asking when he could go again. Jo is very professional and really helped him prepare for “big school”. I would highly recommend Jo as a childminder and we will miss her xx
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Teddy
on 09/09/2021
Jo has looked after my son for 2 and half years. She is amazing! The setting is incredible inside and out. She is registered outstanding and you will see why.
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Bryn
on 02/09/2021
Jo has looked after my 9 year old daughter once a week after school, my daughter loved it there, always came out with a big smile on her face! Jo is a lovely lady, kind and caring and has all the facilities for young and older children, her house and garden is beautiful. If ever I needed another childminder Jo would be the 1st I would go to, my daughter already misses going there she is always asking "when am I going Jo's'? Honestly can't recommend this lovely lady high enough!
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April
on 08/06/2020
Jo has looked after our daughter for almost three years and she has been fantastic. From the moment I met Jo I knew she was the childminder for us. She is naturally caring, kind, hardworking and has a brilliant understanding of children. Jo has an extremely clean and safe home and her own children are very polite. Our daughter has grown really fond of Jo's whole family and will miss them lots. I really enjoy receiving photos and videos during the day of my daughter and what she's doing. Jo has an amazing playroom with a wide variety of toys and learning resources, her garden is equally amazing. She does lots of craft activities with the children too. Jo regularly shares our daughters learning journal with me and identifies her next steps. We are really pleased with our daughters progress, academically and socially. Our daughter really enjoys playing with the other children and has built up some lovely friendships. Jo has been amazing to us and we both will miss her when my daughter starts school in September.
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Lauren
on 22/04/2020
Jo was our first childminder we met and straight away we knew that she was the only person we wanted to have our little girl. The house was and is always immaculate and her children are extremely well mannered. Jamie started with Jo when she was 9 months old and will sadly be leaving to go to school in September. She has made a wonderful connection with Jo, her family and also the other children that Jo cares for. The set up at Jo’s is amazing inside and especially outside, sometimes if they have been outside we would get told of by Jamie for picking her up! We are kept up to date through with how Jamie is getting on and what we can do at home. Jamie has loved her time with Jo and is so sad to be leaving. Due to COVID we have pulled Jamie out to keep us all safe and Jo has helped us with at home learning plan for Jamie. I would highly recommend Jo to anybody that is needing childcare. We can’t thank her enough for what she has done for our family xxx
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Dionne
on 22/04/2020
My daughter has been going to Jo since she was 7 months old she is 5 this year! Jo is absolutely amazing and I’m gutted to leave her as my daughter is starting school in September BUT we are keeping Jo as holiday cover. We don’t see Jo as a childminder, we see her and her own family as our family, we have gotten so close over the years and did I mention she hosts the best garden parties for the children and parents!😜 she has a lovely play room and garden area for the children in which she has spent so much of her time and effort making perfect for the kids. My daughter is so advanced for her age and I thank Jo for that. She works so hard in teaching the children. I enjoy going through Millicent’s learning journal once a month with Jo and seeing all the new things she has learnt and done. I absolutely love being sent videos and photos of her throughout the day whilst I’m at work ☺️ it’s going to be heart breaking for myself and my daughter leaving Jo to start school because she is such a big part in our life ✨ I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JO TO ANYONE WHO IS LOOKING FOR A CHILDMINDER. You will not regret it💗 xx
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bracken
on 21/04/2020
Jo is absolutely wonderful. When I first met her and visited her home, I immediately knew Jo would be a great child minder for our daughter. She has cared for our daughter once a week for 10 months between the ages of 2-3. Everything outlined in her profile is exactly true. My daughter loves the many craft and learning activities Jo provides and is always happy to attend her home. She provides fantastic themed activities and learning each school term; to help practice shapes, numbers, letters and manual dexterity whilst having fun. Jo has worked together with us as the parents to help our daughter improve in certain areas. Jo is timely, considerate and flexible. The learning facilities are exceptional both in the learning room and outside in the garden and her house is always clean. Jo is efficient and regularly compiles a thorough learning journal. Both my daughter and I will miss seeing Jo regularly as our daughter moves into preschool but we are very glad to have someone we trust to rely on for extra child care and school holidays where available. My husband and i highly recommend Jo as a child minder.
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Alice M
on 02/09/2019
Jo is a fantastic Childminder who works really hard to accommodate the needs of all children and really helps them to develop along the way. My daughter started with Jo when she was 3 full time Monday to Friday and couldn’t wait to go each morning. Jo does lots of activities with them and helped teach Isabelle how to write her name, count to 20 and identify different number just to name a few. Jo also helps look after my 2 year old and 6 year old boys they all thoroughly enjoy going. The playroom and garden are a child’s dream so much to keep them busy, educated and intrigued. Unfortunately we are moving out of the area which means after next week we can know longer use Jo which is gutting for all my children and myself as we see her as more of a friend than a Childminder. If you are looking for someone who will really take good care of you children then look no further.
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sophielm
on 12/12/2018
Such a shame my child has to start school! My son was with Jo for around 10 months and loves her! Very flexible, kind hearted and so good with the kids. Mine never wanted to come home he had so much fun! And he grew so much as a person in his time with Jo. After several unsuccessful nursery choices over the years im so happy I happened to find Jo! Such a lovely woman.
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Carlyj92
on 16/08/2017
Our daughter started with Jo when she was nine months and loved every minute. She developed so quickly and was walking and talking within a short time of being with Jo.
Jo was always accommodating and would bend over backwards to help us with our daughter and has now become a part of our family. She was eager to accommodate our changing needs as I settled back at work following maternity leave.
We would recommend this childminder to everybody.
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on 26/04/2016
My son has been friends with Jo's children for the past 7 years and she had been my childminder for the past 2 years. Jo is a natural with children in her manner and I can tell that they are always happy in her care. My son can be difficult on occasions and she manages his behaviour well alongside the other children. Her home is welcoming and friendly and the children are always doing something fun. Jo is flexible, approachable and she makes balancing work and childcare much less of a stress for me. We are sorry to be losing her but I would not hesitate to recommend her to others.
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on 26/01/2016
Jo is a fantastic childminder. She has looked after my son since he was 10 months old and he is now 2 and a half.
He loves going to jo's and I often have trouble tearing him away as he's having to much fun.
Jo is a very loving and caring childminder and is always lots of fun the children just love her. She often takes Kiean to playgroups and parks in the summer and does lots of crafts with Kiean which he loves showing off when he gets home.
Jo is very approachable and flexible and it's been a pleasure to have her as kieans childminder. Extremely sad to be loosing her as she's moving to Hinckley I know Kiean will miss her dearly. Any child would be very lucky to have Jo as their childminder.
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on 21/01/2016
Jo has looked after my son since he was 9 months old he is now nearly 2 , we are so sad to see her go .
My son loves jo and her family you can tell when I go to pick him up and he doesn't want to leave! they are regularly doing some sort of activity or going to playgroups he brings home some lovely creative creations .
Jo is a natural with children and we wish her all the best , any child will be lucky to have her as their child minder x
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on 18/01/2016
Jo has looked after my daughter for 7 months now. And she loves it there. My daughter is a handful at time but always has the knack with her. House is always full off toys and activities to do, and is always taking my daughter to play groups. I would recommend her to anyone. My daughter will miss her and her family.
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