My children aged 2 and 4 joined Claire following the closure of their nursery due to the pandemic (I am a key worker). My children settled in with Claire immediately - she is extremely warm and caring and my children absolutely adore her (and Lesta her dog)! They currently attend 3 days a week and have been for the last 8 months.

We love the home from home environment Claire has created and have been so impressed by the breadth of activities offered. The children spend lots of time having fun outdoors visiting various parks and walks around the area which I feel is so important and something that wasn't offered at nursery. In addition they have fun doing all sorts of activities including craft, baking and independent-free play.

Claire's communication is great and she keeps us regularly updated on the fun they have throughout the day with photos via SMS and we get a thorough written hand-over at the end of the day. She is also really flexible if I need to work extra hours she is always happy to help if she can.

Claire came highly recommended to me by a colleague whose 2 children had attended Claire from baby to school age. When our nursery re-opened in June we decided to keep our children with Claire as they were so happy in her care and we haven't looked back!

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