Suki's Reviews
Childminder
5 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder provides excellent care in a warm, nurturing home environment. Parents praise her engaging activities, outings, and communication. Children settle quickly and thrive under her care. The childminder is described as kind, reliable, and knowledgeable about child development. Many reviewers highly recommend her services and consider her an extension of their family.
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Below are the latest reviews for Suki. 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.
Suki has been looking after our kid for more than two years now. We were so lucky to find her. As first time parents we were worried how our boy would settle in, but Suki handled it so skillfully and confidently, we have never looked back!
Our boy really enjoys going to Suki's every day, the days are well planned and structured, they do various outings during the week - play groups, library, parks and museums. Suki sends updates with photos, and it's so nice to see our kid interacting with the others (love the hugs and cuddles photos)!
Suki prepares healthy lunches for the kids, and has a good set up for naps. It gives us peace of mind knowing that the days are consistent and tailored around the kids needs.
And when we struggled with our very strong willed and determined boy, Suki provided really good tips and advice on how to handle some of the challenges.
It really has been like going to aunties house each day. We are really sad to be leaving.
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Edite
on 13/08/2024
I cannot recommend Suki enough. Both of my boys have been looked after by Suki and her family, with my youngest having just left after a wonderful time in her care. He started at 11 months old and settled in very quickly due to her warmth, kindness and gentle approach. As he got older, he continued to have lots of fun and make lovely friendships with the other children. He enjoyed all the classes Suki takes them to and always brought home different paintings and crafts. She is flexible when needed and always managed to help us out last minute when we asked. I have always trusted her implicitly and knew my children were in safe hands when with her. We will all miss her and her family. Thank you once again for everything.
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K Zafar
on 08/08/2024
When we met Suki we knew immediately that we wanted our then 10 month year old to join her. Suki was warm, very interested in her and our preferences, and was the only person to hold her when meeting.
Suki was a home from home for a baby with two teaching parents with long days. She updates us with food, nappies, activities and photos and talks through developments and concerns on pickup. With sickness, dietary changes and medication she has been really supportive.
Our little girl loves Suki and she is really the closest adult aside from us she has. A trusting and warm relationship was built quickly. We don’t hesitate to drop her off as we know she will have lots of fun with Suki and the others.
Suki also has an excellent reputation in the community as several people on my baby circuit spoke very highly of her before meeting her. It is well deserved. Snap her up if you need a childminder in the area!
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Emma100
on 12/04/2024
We are so happy that we found Suki to take care of our son. Our son was with Suki from when he was 10 months old right up until he went to pre-school at aged 3. He was so happy with Suki and thrived in her care. He loved his time with her and her lovely family. Suki’s house really was his second home. He misses her and still talks about her all the time!
Suki is kind and caring and built a wonderful relationship with our son. She made sure to understand his routine and his personality, and he quickly settled with her. Suki always communicated with us about his development and talked through any concerns with us. We were always completely confident that he was in excellent care with Suki, which is invaluable as a parent.
We loved that he was able to experience the benefits of a small childcare setting, and still socialise with other children at different local groups that Suki took the children too, and by spending time with other childminders and the children they cared for.
We would recommend Suki without a doubt, and when we found out we were having another baby we asked Suki right away to hold a space for him too :)
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Lisa
on 19/02/2024
Since we were both full time working parents it was very important we find someone reliable, caring, kind and fun to look after our daughter while we are at work. After searching and visiting numerous childminders I'm so happy and lucky we have found Suki!
Suki has been looking after our daughter Lexie for over a year and it has been amazing year. It was important that our daughter would get the home feeling at childminders. That's what Suki has done, she created safe, very caring and fun environment and it made me feel at ease to see our daughter happy staying at Sukis home.
Suki has been updating us during the day with pictures and activities kids were doing daily and would send us report at the end of the day what Lexie has eaten, how many nappies have she got changed.
She also gave us updates on her development. Kids don't just sit at home all day, Suki finds a lot of activities for children to do. Lexie favourite was visiting library and meeting other kids there, drawing and doing crafts.
Within very short amount of time Suki, Dave and Bobby became a part of our family. I could never thank Suki and her family enough for the care they have provided for my daughter with such a loving approach!
Thank you ❤️
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Jurgita
on 31/12/2023
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on 31/12/2023:
Awwww, thank you for such a lovely review Jurgita, Lexie was an absolute pleasure to look after and we are all missing her lots! Xx
Suki looked after our daughter from when she was 9 months old for a year. We chose Suki because we wanted our daughter to have a small friendly home like placement so that she could form a secure attachment. Suki was always so reliable and our daughter absolutely loved her and her family. We often see suki out in the local community and our daughter is so excited to see her or family members.
Suki provided lovely home cooked food and nutritious snacks. Suki would send photos and updates which was very reassuring. There were lots of trips out to community events and museums, along with daily in house activities such as craft.
As a same-sex couple we found that suki approached events such as fathers day with whatever our wishes were and asked for how we wanted to celebrate it.
Our daughter is a bit of a character, strong willed but also has big emotions. It was lovely to see that suki fostered her character and our daughter is a very confident sociable toddler who knows her own mind.
We moved away from the area but will remain in contact with Suki.
We would not hesitate to recommend Suki if you are looking for a childcare placement. Suki will look after, nurture and love your little one as if one of her own.
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Alex
on 20/10/2022
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Suki
on 24/10/2022:
Awww Alex, it was lovely looking after your daughter, we will all be extremely sad when you move xx
Out little boy has been looked after by Suki from 11 months old, starting during the pandemic and not long after lockdown. He had never been left with anyone else. Suki was fantastic at helping Max adjust and settle in whilst reassuring us at the same time. Max is nearly 2 now and loves being looked after by Suki. Her family have welcomed him with open arms and it has been a safe, consistent environment for him to grow in and have lots of fun too. Suki is very reliable, responsive to our questions and suggestions and keeps us updated with pictures and videos daily. Her reliability has been invaluable to us - we can always count on her. We really can't thank her and her family enough and i would recommend her to anyone looking for a childminder.
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K Zafar
on 02/07/2021
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Suki
on 08/07/2021:
Thank you Katherine! Max has been a lovely little boy to take care of, I will miss him very much.
My daughter was minded by Suki for over a year and we are very thankful for the nurture and care she provided. My daughter’s temperament was sensitive, perceptive and strong willed. She did not settle at her previous childcare setting and this was very stressful for us as a family. However when she went to Suki’s we were put so much at ease as we knew that Suki’s would provide the patience, love and understanding needed to help our little one feel at ease. Through time at Suki’s she came out of her shell and we saw a marked difference in how happy she was while we were at work. Suki has an in-depth understanding of child development and uses this to adapt to the needs of each child. She provides stimulating things for them to do and offers a range of nutritious meals. Suki works with the family and sends lovely photos and videos through the day. We love that Suki provides a natural home environment for little kids. Trusting someone with your child is a big decision and we are so happy to have had Suki for the formative years of our children’s lives.
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Laura
on 11/02/2021
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Suki
on 18/02/2021:
Thank you so much Laura! Your daughter was an absolute pleasure to look after. We absolutely adored both her and her brother (but you knew that already) and we were so sad to see her go - but we not only miss the children but you and Maxim too - you both are such amazing people and lovely to work with - lots of love to you all xx
Our little boy thrived in Sukis small home setting, he was thrilled to see her and never looked back when we dropped him off at the door.
Suki provided him with a warm, safe and fun home setting which was the perfect option for us when I had to return to work. We would strongly recommend Suki to any prospective parents looking for a childminder.
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Natalie
on 11/02/2021
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Suki
on 18/02/2021:
Awwww, thank you so much for your kind review Natalie. We absolutely loved looking after your little boy, he has such an amazing character and filled our playroom with joy, we will miss him so much!
Our daughter has been going to Suki's for just over a year and we are delighted with everything Suki does for her.
We chose a childminder over a nursery because our daughter is a shy, cautious child and we thought that the home environment would be most comfortable for her. Suki, her husband and their two sons treat our daughter like an extended family member. She goes enthusiastically into Suki's home every morning which is a huge relief and comfort to us.
Suki is intelligent and personable. She is very interested in child development and undertakes additional studies to supplement her extensive existing knowledge. She takes the children on daytrips and to local playgroups, as well as organising craft and baking activities at home. Suki provides breakfast if needed and prepares home made, healthy food at lunch time.
Suki is reliable, flexible and easy to work with. She sends us updates and pictures by Whatsapp and does all that she can to match our daughter's home routine and preferences. On the few occasions that work commitments have necessitated an earlier drop off or later pick up, Suki has been able to accommodate this, which we have appreciated tremendously.
Since our daughter started going to Suki's, we have moved to another part of Manchester which has made the commute much longer, but we wouldn't dream of changing our daughter's setting as we don't feel that we could find any provision as good as Suki's. If you have the chance to send your child to Suki's you should definitely take it.
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Katie
on 02/01/2019
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Suki
on 18/02/2021:
Thank you so much Katie! Your daughter was a pleasure to look after - we miss her so much xx
Suki is an absolutely wonderful childminder. She has looked after our daughter for well over a year now and we couldn't be happier. Suki has a loverly clean and tidy house packed with toys, which she rotates depending on the age of the children she's looking after. They go on outings most days; to the library, museums, parks and playgroups. She sends updates with photos and videos throughout the day of the many activities they do. My daughter is always happy to see Suki and her family and I think that is a testiment to the relationship Suki builds with the children. Each morning my daughter bounds in without a backwards glance. Suki is very reliable; working as a hospital doctor she has being amazingly accommodating of my shift work and early drop offs. She is a truly wonderful lady and we are so lucky to have found her.
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Katy
on 12/12/2018
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Suki
on 18/02/2021:
Thank you Katy, your daughter was a pleasure to look after and I am so happy you chose me for the new baby too! Xx
Suki has been looking after our son for just over a year. Our son settled in to Suki's care very quickly, he adores her and her family. Suki attends toddler groups, ensures the children access the local community, and even ventured to the Christmas Markets. Straight away, Suki made us feel at ease and confident in leaving our son in her care, by updating us with how the session is going via Photos and Videos, that she sends to us throughout the day. Our son is always excited to go to Suki's to play. Suki is a fantastic childminder who is very caring and considerate of our child's individual needs. She is conscientious and keen to help our son develop and progress in all areas. We are really pleased we chose Suki to look after our son and we would highly recommend her.
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on 12/03/2018
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Suki
on 28/06/2018:
Awwww, thank you Lydia! I have thoroughly enjoyed looking after your son! Xx
I couldn't be happier with the way Suki looks after my little girl. She has been going to Suki's for a year now and she loves it! The days are varied, creative and fun, whether they are doing art or cookery activities in the house, or they are out and about at groups or in the park. Suki takes lots of photos and sends updates every day which my husband and I really appreciate. We are thrilled that our daughter gets such love and attention, from a truly professional and dedicated childminder.
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on 29/01/2017
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Suki
on 31/01/2017:
Thank you for your sweet review Sophie. I absolutely love looking after your daughter!
My Daughter has been with Suki now for just over a year, and I am so happy that we have her in Suki's care. Suki provides a warm and nurturing environment in which to grow, and always keeps us informed on her daily activities. Throughout the day we get updates with pictures on any special activities and a log of her day at the end. Its really nice knowing she is in a family environment and also going to groups and activities locally while I am at work. I remember the night before our daughter's first day, Suki took the time to sent me a text in order to reassure me of any last minute jitters. She offers such a personable service, and her family is kind and welcoming. I would 100% recommend her and have already done so when anyone in the area mentions they are looking for care for their little ones. I rest easy at work knowing that she is in excellent hands with Suki and this has made such a difficult transition seamless.
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on 02/01/2017
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Suki
on 03/01/2017:
Thank you for your lovely review Lissa, you're daughter is always a pleasure to mind and I have loved watching her grow over the last year.
Our son has been going to Suki’s house since he was 7 months old. We have from the start been very confident in Suki’s ability to take care of him and care for him. We wanted our son to have a home away from home and to have someone who would respond emotionally to him. Suki has done and continues to do this and more. She is highly qualified and professional with an in-depth knowledge of children’s development and welfare. Her home is clean, neat and has a selection of toys for children of different ages. Suki takes the children out to play gym, the library and the park to ensure that they have many opportunities to socialize with other children and enjoy the fresh air. She cooks good wholesome nutritious food and ensures that the children sit down for their meals. We have found Suki to be very accommodating as she had no qualms about administering eczema medication when we requested, she is also great with keeping us informed about how our son is doing during the day with photos, texts and videos. Deciding on childcare is challenging for any parent and we are so delighted that we have found someone who genuinely cares and wants the best for our son.
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Laura
on 25/10/2016
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Suki
on 25/10/2016:
Thank you Laura, your son is always a pleasure to look after! x
Suki is a fantastic childminder who offers a loving and exciting home for the children she looks after. When I was initially looking for childcare I thought a nursery would be better - I work shifts and I can't alway choose my holiday's and neither can my husband.
I walked round lots of nurseries but felt understandably anxious about leaving my 8 month old there for long days. Added to this my little one was quite shy around other children and was not moving around yet. When I met with Suki she seemed to instantly understand my needs and those of my little one. She assured me that she could fit around my slightly awkward hours and the fact the routine changed every week. Suki embraced this and welcomed Elliot into her home with open arms.
Elliot loves going to Suki's house. In the morning when I tell him we are going there he excitedly runs into the living room and gets a toy to take to her. When we get to her house he runs straight down the hall into the playroom without a glance in my direction most mornings. If he is upset because he is tired or unwell then I get a photo text to me a few minutes later to reassure me he is settled and happy.
Suki gives regular updates of activities through emails (with photos and videos) and a diary that is completed each day. Elliot loves the food and snacks he gets there as well as all the activities and craft projects. I was keen for Elliot to have baby-led-weaning and Suki accommodated this with no problem.
Elliot has a great relationship with both Suki's children and husband. Suki's youngest son is like an older brother to Elliot and his face lights just by mentioning him.
I am so glad I made the choice for Elliot to go to Suki's home. I never worry about him when I am at work and I feel so grateful that Suki is so flexible about changes to the routine. Thank you Suki.
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Gerry80
on 05/10/2014
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Suki
on 09/10/2014:
Awww, thank you Gerry! Elliot is an amazing little boy and I look forward to the days he comes to me.
Suki is a fantastic childminder, from the first meeting with her you can see the enthusiasm she has for looking after the children in her care. The room she has set up in her house has lots of toys and books and Suki does lots of craft activities baking, decorating cakes, making mothers and father’s day cards etc - additionally the children go to a toddler group or go on an outing e.g. to the park every day. My daughter has been here for almost a year and is always very happy to arrive – often running through the door without a backward glance! On the very rare occasions Charley has been upset in the morning, Suki has sent through a picture or video almost immediately to reassure me that she is fine, in fact Suki sends pictures all the time of what Charley has been doing which are always lovely to receive. My daughter also talks about Suki’s two boys a lot – especially the younger one who spends a lot of time playing with her.
All in all I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Suki – I’m really pleased we managed to find someone so caring and enthusiastic!
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peeweeon
on 05/12/2013
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Suki
on 11/12/2013:
Thank you so much for your lovely review Leigh, it has been lovely watching Charley grow up so much during the past year. We all love looking after her!
Suki has been looking after both of my children - aged 4 and almost 2 - for almost a year now and they are both extremely happy and comfortable in her house.
Suki has a warm and caring personality and has a really good rapport with the children. Her husband is also very good with children and often plays with them when he gets back from work. Both her two sons are well-behaved, kind boys who especially the youngest, spend hours playing games with my two.
Sukis house is always clean and tidy and she has a lovely playroom for the kids which is full of toys and games.
Suki drops my son off at school nursery and then picks him up at lunchtime. In the meantime, she takes my daughter to a variety of activities including playgroups, toddler groups and story time at the library. She also does activities with both children including crafting, cooking and making cards for Mothers and Fathers Days.
Suki always writes a daily diary of what the children have been eating and doing, but she also keeps us up to date with photos and videos she has taken of the children, making us feel involved in anything we have missed.
Suki has an excellent releationship with the children and is very warm and caring. My children are very happy and settled with her and always look forward to going to her house. They run straight in with a big smile and start to tell her all about what they have been doing since they last saw her.
Overall, I would highly recommend Suki as an enthusiastic, caring and extremely supportive childminder, who has a close relationship with the children in her care.
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on 09/05/2013
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Suki
on 13/05/2013:
You are so kind Jo. Your children are always a pleasure to look after, I look forward to the days they come to me! - Suki x
Suki has looked after our son for 8 months and he is very happy and settled in her care. He loves playing with the other children and taking in part in various activities such as Toddler Gym and visiting the local library or park My husband and I are both pleased Stanley gets to experience so much whilst we are at work. Suki keeps us fully up date with his progress and daily routine and we look forward to receiving lots of photographs and videos she has taken of him having a great time.
We have had no issues at all and we go to work knowing our toddler is happy and well looked after. Also the fact he no longer kisses me goodbye as he is in such a rush to get inside and play with everyone is a very good sign. Overall we would highly recommend Suki as an enthusiastic and caring childminder who takes great pride in looking after the children in her care.
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on 06/05/2013
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Suki
on 07/05/2013:
Thank you very much Jo, Stanley makes me smile everyday, we all love looking after him! Suki x
I found the thought of putting my son with a Childminder very stressful, Suki made my worries disappear. Instinctively she understood the emotions and anxieties that go hand in hand with trusting your child's care to another, and I immediately felt that my son was in the right place. She is very supportive to my wishes and to the individual needs of my son. The mornings are made easier when I see my son smile at Suki as she opens the door; and then how delighted he is to see Suki's sons who are a credit to her and Dave. There is always a sense of calm in Suki's home which is secure and clean. My son tirelessly plays with the toys and equipment Suki has and there always seems to be a constant flow of new and challenging things to play with. On collecting him Suki will fill me in on the day's events which often involve a trip to the park or a play group; the details of which she also records in a diary along with his naps, feeds, new words etc, which will be a lovely keepsake to look back through. Though of course Childminding is Suki's business the feel of all correspondence is natural and easy. Suki is very well suited to her work and I'm thankful to my friend who recommended her to me and I in turn would have no hesitation in recommending Suki.
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on 12/04/2012
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Suki
on 13/04/2012:
Thank you Ruth for your lovely Review. Your son is a beautiful little boy, who is a joy to look after, the whole family adores him. Suki x
