Pamela L

Absolutely Incredible

Pam’s Daycare has been absolutely fantastic for my little boy who attended from the age of 16 months to 3 years.
Pam and Tonio became like family to Albie, and they always welcomed him into their setting with open arms. They really do go above and beyond to ensure that each child has a brilliant time. They take the older children out on day trips to the park and to soft play, and also invite a variety of external teachers such as “Dancing with Izzy” and “Musical Oren” to come and host classes and create even more fun for and variety for the children!
Tonio also sets up a big bouncy castle in the warmer months so the children can enjoy the sun and have fun with their best friends.
Pam and Tonio really do dedicate so much of their time to ensure that the children are looked after so well. They cook a variety of home cooked meals every day (breakfast, lunch and dinner is all included) Albie loved their Chilli Carni!
Their communication is also exceptional - It was so re-assuring to receive regular updates and pictures of our son to learn what he was doing during his days.
It was also lovely to receive regular arts and crafts that they had helped Albie to create - they are just so thoughtful. We will be sad not to be receiving the Albiesaurus this year ha ha!
Pam and Tonio really are two very special people and we will be so sad to leave their setting.
We would 10000% recommend sending your child there if you get the chance.
Thank you both so much
Lauren, Ollie and Albie x

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by Lauren on 16/10/2024

We highly recommend Pam and Tonio!

We very highly recommend Pam and Tonio! We feel so lucky to have a place where our child is loved and cared for.

They regularly go out and take part in fun activities (park, playgroups, farm, soft play). Our child particularly likes playing outdoors, and their garden is set up so well for outdoor play. In the summer, they regularly have the paddling pool out / water play.

We are kept up to date constantly throughout the day, with photos and notes. Communication is excellent.

As well as this, they've been great at offering advice when we are unsure as first-time parents.

We can not rate them highly enough! They have taken incredible care of our child, and he has come on leaps and bounds since starting there. Pam and Tonio are so kind, caring and compassionate with our child, he loves going to childcare there. 100% recommend!

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by Laura on 07/10/2024

Amazing Childminding Experience

We have been attending Pam and Antonio's for over a year to care for our now 3 year old, and we have nothing but positive feedback.
Our little one by nature finds it hard to attach to new people, but Pam and Antonio's is really a home from home setting that made it easier to connect to - they are an amazing family with lots of love to give.

They have shown a deep understanding of our little one's development, tailoring activities and learning experiences to interests and abilities. They have been incredibly responsive, keeping us updated every day with notes and pictures and addressing any concerns we had promptly. Our little one even on weekends sometime asks now if we can go to Pam's.

The personal touch is evident in the way they engage with our little one, making them feel special and valued. We highly recommend Pam and Antonio's to any parent seeking a childminding service that goes beyond typical day care and really feels like leaving your child with close friends during the day.

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by MandS on 25/03/2024

Fantastic Childminder

Our daughter entered Pam's Daycare from the age of 10 months until 3 years old. We could have not hoped for a more safe, loving and nurturing environment for her, and she very quickly settled in.

The day was structured with stimulating activities centred around them learning through fun play. Painting, singing, reading books together, games exploring textures, colours, numbers, emotions etc. and regularly coming home with crafts she had made. Pam's Daycare prided itself on taking them out as much as the weather permitted which is something i found other childcare providers didn't do. My daughter's all time favourite was being part of Tonio's band. Disco's and parties celebrating events and milestones was also a firm favourite.

The weekly menu was fantastic. Food was cooked fresh every day and varied to ensure nutritional requirements were met. My daughter would eat food at Pam's Daycare that we could never get her to even try at home. Her love of watermelon comes from her time at the nursery.

The premises are spotless and all equipment and toys are clean and of excellent quality. Pam is full of energy and charisma - children can not help but warm to her. She ensures all children are involved and engaged including those with a more timid character.

An App documented nap time, nappy changes, meal times etc and photos were provided daily. However Pam or Tonio provided a daily summary on how the day panned out and what she enjoyed doing.

We are so happy that our daughter had this time developing under Pam & Tonio's care. Her confidence and personality has blossomed and I feel that's down to their nurturing environment.

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by Meme on 15/01/2024

Magic sauce: Pam and Tonio!

We can only thank our lucky stars for having found the labour of love that is Pam’s Daycare: it’s intimate, it’s joyful, it’s creative, it’s loving. The magic sauce is Pam and Tonio: warmer and kinder people you would be at pains to find, and it’s entirely their personalities that makes every morning going there a joy and every evening leaving there a struggle. They have a way with kids that is natural, nurturing and confident, and they are tireless in creating fun activities, making delicious meals, going on excursions, come rain or shine.
If you’re looking for a nursery this isn’t it; it’s a home, and we couldn’t be more grateful to Pam and Tonio for having welcomed our two boys with such warmth into it.

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by Fra on 18/11/2022

We wouldn’t send our son anywhere else!

Our little boy has been going to Pam and Tonio’s for almost a year now and we feel so lucky to have found them.

Our son has flourished. We’ve seen him go from a nap-resisting nine-month-old, with a fair bit of separation anxiety, to a super happy 21-month-old toddler who giggles with delight and runs to the door when he sees “Toto” arrive to pick him up.

Every day, we look forward to seeing the photos Pam shares of the fun they have - trips to the farm and soft play, music classes, many MANY hours in the park and loads of imaginative crafts (which come home with them!). Every day, our son comes home with new words and skills.

Our little boy also loves the excellent and varied home cooked meals Pam and Tonio prepare - and, of course, he loves Shico, the dog too.

The genuine love, care and thoughtfulness Pam and Tonio show each and every child is what makes them really special. We couldn’t recommend them enough!

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by Rachel on 04/11/2022

Everything I was looking for and more

As a first time parent, the prospect of placing my daughter in someone else’s care was daunting. Sure, I needed someone who would keep my daughter safe, fed and happy, but I wanted more than that. I wanted her caregiver setting to add value to her life through learning, friendships, and play.

These are high orders in an area where supply and demand doesn’t particularly work in our favour. Despite reaching out to several nurseries and childminders from my pregnancy, I still hadn’t found “the one” just four months before I was due to return to work.

Thankfully, this was when I found Pam. A mum in a local parents group shared that her nanny was opening up a daycare. Her rave review intrigued me. I had to meet this woman!

Pam and I arranged to meet in a local park, and while I viewed the meeting as one between the two of us. She immediately introduced herself to my daughter. Of course! This isn’t about me. This is about my baby and their connection.

Fast forward a year later, and my daughter has been in Pam and her husband Tonio’s care for nearly a year. I continue to be blown away by the passion and care they put into their setting.

No day is ever completely the same, with a plethora of art projects, activities, classes, playgroups and field trips to engage the children. Each week has a different educational focus, whether it be a season, holiday, or event. They teach our children about different cultures and traditions around the world, something I appreciate.

Pam sends photos and videos over while the children nap, a highlight of my day. When I show them to friends and family, they tell me they wish they could go to Pam’s. I don’t blame them. It looks like a blast!

I am convinced my daughter being around her friends has accelerated her learning as well. Her first steps came the evening of her settling in day, for example. Her speech is coming along quickly, and she’s fearless as she runs and plays.

I feel so lucky that I found a place that exceeded my high expectations. If you can secure a spot for your child, don’t hesitate!

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by Cristy on 13/03/2022

The BEST - professional, safe, loving, educational

As a first time parent, I was naturally nervous to leave my daughter with a childcare professional, however Pam was the perfect childcare professional for my daughter and myself.
She made us both at ease, she is very flexible with the settling in process and ensured we were both comfortable. She provides amazing updates so you know what your little one is doing and can share the joy of seeing them have fun and we regularly communicate via whatsapp. The food is amazing and little ones often come home with mementos from the day, there is also a lot of flexibility with naps and potty training.
Although the environment is educational and Pam shares development reports, it is a very child led setting and they learn all they need to know through play and activities and all within a nurturing and loving environment.
She and her team are very safety conscious and have innovative solutions to everyday adventures with the little ones. Kids spend a lot of time outside in the large, purposely build garden and usually have a park visit each day, especially in the warmer months.
They also have amazing teachers who visit such as music and dance and trips out to local soft plays and children's groups, as well as, the actual setting being designed with children in mind and being to a very high standard and impeccably clean.
But most importantly Pam loves my daughter and all the children in her care. My daughter is always talking about her time with Pam and the team and has made friends with the other children there.
They promote inclusion and diversity and celebrate all religious and cultural key dates.
I am beyond grateful that I found Pam, she has helped me so much to transition back to work and she makes my daughter so happy and she has flourished since being in her care. I cannot sing her praises more highly.

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by Katie on 10/02/2022

Happy days w Pam! Brilliant & outstanding

The first time we set foot in Pam's daycare, my son couldn't be happier and was like he'd known her for a long time. It was love at first sight, for both baby and parents.
Every week, he looks forward to seeing Pam and Tonio, he loves them so much!
Pam and Tonio are kind and hold great experience with childcare, they understand each child's needs and requirements and it is all very smooth.
The environment is excellent and safe, with lovely energy for the little ones. The outdoor area is magical with all the toys you can imagine and everything is absolutely clean and tidy. Every week there is a theme, followed as such with activities and tasks (which is great for learning and development). Not to mention Shico, who is the sweetest dog.
There's also a lot of singing (Tonio's guitar), water activities in the summer, discipline and lots of fun. Healthy food is on the menu and Leo loves it all.
We also benefit from drop off service, which is amazing!
I could go on and on, on how happy and lucky we are with Pam, and I wish you could have the same experience.

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by flower on 07/01/2022

The highest level of care

I first met Pam 5 years ago when I was looking for someone to look after my eldest child. I was struck by how enthusiastic and warm she was. Pam and Tonio now care for my younger child. Pam's energy matches that of the children and they see her as not only a playmate but also a friend and loving presence in their life. Pam and Tonio have created the most wonderful environment to care for children within their home and this provides each child with a fun, safe and uplifting space to learn and grown whilst they are away from their own family. They provide healthy delicious meals and have daily activities, as well as spending time in the garden play area all year round. They go on daily excursions and get to play with Pam and Tonio's gentle and well-trained dog. I have absolute faith that my child is receiving the best care and attention possible when with Pam and Tonio. I could not have wished for a better childcare setting than Pam's Daycare.

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by Hollyubs on 17/12/2021