Claire989's Reviews
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5 out of 5
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The childminder provides exceptional care in a welcoming, home-like environment. Children enjoy their time there, participating in various activities and outings. Parents appreciate the regular updates, photos, and messages about their children's experiences. The childminder is described as professional, caring, and supportive, with many families highly recommending her services.
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Below are the latest reviews for Claire989. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Claire cared for my son for approximately 6 months, he thoroughly enjoyed going everyday and I always picked him up with a beaming smile on his face. Claire was very welcoming when we first met and immediately put me at ease about leaving my son with her for the first time, explaining her accreditations, experience she had as well as her beautiful home which seemed accommodating and appropriate setting to care for children, which filled me with confidence. Everyday I received a brief of what my son had done on the sessions and pictures of the fun he had out and about in the community. I would not hesitate in contacting Claire again if I need any further support and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a carer for their Children.
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Craig
on 23/01/2025
Our son has been going to Claire twice a week for the last 18 months. He absolutely loves going to Claire and runs in with a smile every time.
Claire keeps us updated with photos and messages and we love seeing pictures of their adventures to the park, museum, library etc.
Macs has come on in leaps and bounds since going to Claire’s and we couldn’t be happier with the care she provides - Thank you Claire!
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Ellie207
on 20/05/2024
Our daughter has been going to Claire for the last 2 years and I couldn’t ask for a more kind and caring childminder.
The home from home environment helped Florence settle so well and Claire always keeps us updated with photos and messages throughout the day.
Claire is friendly and supportive and nothing is ever too much trouble.
Florence looks forward to seeing Claire and is always full of smiles and fun stories from her day of adventures and fun activities at the end of the day. We couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend.
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Lucy B
on 22/11/2023
Our little girl Elsie who is now two and a half has been going to Claire for close to two years. After viewing several nurseries with not much luck Claire came highly recommended. We instantly warmed to Claire and felt that she'd be great for elsie.
Elsie absolutely loves going to Claires, it's very much like a second home for her.
We have just had our second child who will also be going to Claire towards the end of the year.
We couldn't ask for better care for our children.
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Charlott
on 09/02/2023
Claire has been the childminder for our daughter for the last two years. She is thoughtful, kind and amazing with our daughter who loves going to her. Claire has also helped us with childcare on inset days and school holidays. I cannot recommend Claire highly enough!
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Dan
on 08/02/2023
Our 14 month old son has been with Claire since he was 9 months old. Claire’s gentle approach to settling in helped us build up slowly to full days over a few weeks and was reassuring for us as he started 4 day weeks there. He has a brilliant time and has built a great relationship with Claire and her family. He has the opportunity to socialise and has made friends with other pre-schoolers and school age children. Claire has a variety of toys and completes a range of activities for the children to engage with. Claire keeps us updated daily with photos of activities and adventures in the park. Our little boy always comes home happy and we would highly recommend Claire!
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Adele
on 13/01/2022
Our 15 month old son, H, has been with Claire since his first birthday. Claire was really helpful with the settling-in period, letting him go for a few very short visits and building it up to a whole day. I was anxious how H would be with others having spent all of lockdown with me but Claire was so calm and friendly he settled in really well.
H has a fantastic time and loves spending his day with Claire & co. H has lots of fun with the older children before and after school, a social opportunity he doesn't get as an only child. And he has really enjoys the daytime with the other pre-schoolers. Claire has lots of different toys and things for them to do, I enjoy getting photos in the day so I know what H has been up to.
Claire is just brilliant, I highly recommend her!
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Catherin
on 17/11/2020
I can't recommend Claire enough. My 16 month old son has been going to Claire since he was 11 months and she made him feel happy and secure right from the start. He always reaches out for her when we arrive in the morning, which I think says a lot! He loves mixing with the other children of different ages and loves claire's sons too. As a mum, I couldn't be happier with the care Claire provides for my little one and I would recommend her to anyone. I go to work knowing he will have a great day. Thanks Claire for making the transition to childcare and back to work so smooth! X
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Alys
on 14/11/2020
Claire has looked after my 2 year old, Elsie, since she was 8 months old. Claire always made both of us feel relaxed right from the start and my daughter comes home happy every time she’s there. It’s a lovely mix of children so that Elsie gets to socialise regularly with younger and older children (and she loves Claire’s sons too). I’m sure this will help once we get to the transition to school too. I have recommended her to others.
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Sian
on 13/11/2020
From day one Claire has been exceptional with our son, she provides a warm and caring environment which made the introduction easy for everyone. Knowing your child is happy and well cared for is priority and without a doubt this is true for Claire. Our son has come along famously under her care, he certainly enjoys his time with her. Couldn't thank you enough.
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Kirsten
on 12/12/2018
Claire has been wonderful with our daughter over the last year. She has gone above and beyond and catering for our daughter’s specific dietary requirements and allergies. We trust her as we would a member of our family (if not more) with our daughter and can’t recommend Claire highly enough if you’re looking for local childcare.
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on 09/07/2018
Claire has been my childminder for over 2 years and I am so glad that I found her. As soon as I met Claire and went to her house I knew that I wanted her to look after my son. Claire is such a genuine person with excellent family values. Claire can be very flexible which is a god send. As you know being a parent and working, the unexpected can happen and without Claire I wouldn't be able to function as a working Mum. Nobody could ask for a better childminder. My son absolutely loves Claire and enjoys the time with her family. Even my eldest asks to go there.
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on 25/01/2017
My daughter (Mila) has been going to Claire since she was 9 months old she is now 2 and a half and it really is a home from home for her. I always feel safe in the knowledge that she is completely happy when I drop her off in the morning. She is also always keen to tell me about the variety of activities she has done that day such as craft, play group and going to the cafe. Mila is always offered a variety of foods which I think has contributed to the fact that she is willing to try lots of different fruits and vegetables. This has been a huge help. It is a warm, welcoming environment I am so pleased that we found such an accommodating and caring childminder.
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on 16/01/2017
My son loves going to Claire after school, he is happy and settled and has come on loads with his social development since he's been with her.
Claire is calm, patient, positive and caring. My son always says how much he loves her :)
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Tiff
on 16/01/2017
Our daughter age two has been with Claire for a number of months and has thoroughly enjoyed being in her care. I have no problem in recommending her to anyone, she's always been very accommodating and created a lovely environment for the children. Francesca's development has come on greatly since going and we are only too sad to be leaving due to moving away. Claire creates a structured fun routine that's educational and some days my little girl asks to go and see Claire. She's been an invaluable asset to our family and just gutted we can take her with us. Thank you so much x
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on 29/06/2016
When looking for someone you don't know to look after your child it is a very daunting prospect and I was fortunate enough to find Claire on my first attempt. I felt very reassured by her calm and friendly approach and could see that she is very caring for the children she looks after. I couldn't be happier with the care my now 18 month old receives while with Claire and would recommend her to anyone looking for a child minder in the area. She's approachable, relaxed and well organized. My son loves going there and gets excited as soon as he sees her at the door - sometimes even running away from me when I go to pick him up!! Could I ask for anything more in a child minder? No, she's brilliant!
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on 21/03/2016
I found Claire on the childcare website and after visiting a number of other child care providers I knew straight away that Claire was the right choice for me! Rhoslyn started with Claire at 1 year, and she is now 19 months and has absolutely loved her time there from day one. From my point of view, it has been so valuable to know that Rhos was so happy from the start and Claire helped put me at ease from the very beginning too - sending me updates and photos of Rhos during the day. I trust Claire 100% and her whole family have made Rhos feel so welcome. Rhos always comes back with examples of the activities she has done during the day (arts and crafts) and more often than not she doesn't want to leave and actually waves me away in the morning! This is the best I could hope for though as the most important thing is that she is happy and I couldn't ask for a more nurturing environment. On top of all this Claire takes great care in helping Rhos develop in key areas and always updates me about new words or skills so that I don't feel that I'm missing out, and she is incredibly flexible so that I never have to worry if I'm running late or need a slightly earlier start. All in all I couldn't recommend her highly enough!
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Laura
on 09/03/2016
My 2 year old has been going to Claire's since September and absolutely loves it! It really is a home from home and my little one runs straight in in the mornings without giving me a second glance. She is entertained with many activities such as arts and crafts, trips to the park and accesses local playgroups. Claire is very flexible with the hours she has my daughter and her family are always welcoming. Nutritionally balanced meals are provided and individual preferences are also catered for. Daily diaries evidence the educational aspects of activities that my daughter participates in and I can already see her an increase in her confidence levels, I'm already dreading the day that my daughter starts school and I have to explain to her that she won't go to Claire's anymore!!
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on 29/10/2014
Claire is fantastic childminder , the best we can wish for our 3 year old son. she was able to provide flexible hours for us what is just really great. My son always looking forward to see her and coming back really happy. they do a lot of activities through the day, regular walks in a park, painting and much more. very safe environment with a lots of toys what my son really love. plus healthy food and snacks . :) Highly recommended !!!!
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nadin63
on 24/10/2014
claire has been looking after my little one recently.
she is very friendly and my little one enjoys going to her often. he mixed up with her and her kids very easily.
she engages him in various activities and he has been learning lots of interesting skills.
i will always be willing to send my little one under her care.
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on 30/07/2014
A very nice and friendly childminder. My girls were looked after very well and had a great time. They are really looking forward to go again. Many many thanks.
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