Audrey's Reviews
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4.88 out of 5
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The childminder is highly praised for her energetic, caring, and professional approach. Parents consistently report that their children settled quickly and enjoy their time in her care. Her home is described as welcoming and well-equipped for children, with a playroom and garden. Many reviewers appreciate the regular updates and photos provided throughout the day.
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Below are the latest reviews for audrey. 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.
We really liked Audrey's set up and our wee boy took to her straight away when he met her. We got a last minute place at nursery so didn't end up using Audrey's services, but we would have been really happy for our son to be looked after by her. Audrey was really understanding when we had to change our plans.
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Kathryn
on 02/12/2024
My son was with Audrey from 11 months old until he was one and a half. We only moved on as he got a spot in nursery.
Audrey is wonderful with the kids she looks after and has a loving, welcoming environment for them.
They go on trips out and to soft play, always had a good day with Audrey! She also has a fabulous garden and play room full of toys for them.
My son really enjoyed his time with Audrey and was always pleased to see her. We got updates throughout the day, which put me at ease whilst I was working.
. I would highly recommend Audrey to anyone looking for childcare.
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Sarah
on 02/07/2024
Audrey has been looking after our twins since they were 9 months old (they’re now nearly 14 months). She is always bright and energetic and gives us that feeling of relief on the days when we’ve slept too poorly to muster the energy. Our kids invariably break into big smiles when she arrives to pick them up and usually come back buzzing from an active day outside, at Audrey’s and at soft play. Audrey has inspired us with lots of confidence. She is highly tuned in to our kids and will spot when something is off - she often notices before we’ve even said.
More than anything, Audrey makes us feel good about handing over our kids for the day. We know they receive lots of love when they are with her. For us, Audrey gave us an amazing opportunity to get very high quality care, continuity and a great deal of flexibility over the months.
We could not recommend Audrey highly enough.
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Rachel
on 08/02/2024
Our now almost 17 month old has been going to Audrey's since he was 11 months as I have gone back to work full time.
I couldn't have asked for a better person to look after Ollie. He instantly warmed to her and has come on leaps and bounds.
Audrey has a great garden full of toys for the kids and a playroom inside for the unpredictable weather.
Highly recommend!
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Sarah
on 22/01/2024
Place was clean and homely feeling. I asked for a receipt for each week for proof of payment and Audrey wasn’t able to provide this. She did say she could do it if I wrote them myself but I don’t pay over £800 a month to have to write my own receipts .. It’s standard procedure to be given a receipt when you are using a service - so disappointing this couldn’t be provided. Ending up taking my son out due to this, and now looking for a more professional setting where I can see him playing and be provided receipts.
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on 18/01/2022
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on 18/01/2022:
This is my first ever review that has been very disappointing in 18 years, I provide a contract along with a lot of other paperwork unfortunately the universal credit are asking for receipts which I don't have the computer or headed paper to do this, but since you have left I have replaced your little one with another child who's parents get universal credit but she is able to type up an invoice on headed paper for me, so there is not a problem now if parents are able to do this .
My daughter usually takes a very long time to adjust to new environments (I mean really long time) and I was very anxious for my daughter to go into a new environment for summer holiday, but it took one day exactly for my daughter to settle in!!! It is definitely a second home for a child. I actually ended up booking Audrey for extra couple of days because my daughter wanted it so much. Highly recommend!
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Kamile
on 14/08/2021
Audrey has been the most amazing childminder for my wee boy. Having to go back to work early, I was devastated leaving my 18week old behind. Thankfully, my partner and I found Audrey. She instantly put both our minds at ease with her caring and easy going nature. Almost a year later I can wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone needing childminding. You get a lovely nurturing and playful atmosphere as soon as you enter her home. My son has been wonderfully cared for, enjoying her lovely garden and the friendship of the other children she minds.
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Shauna
on 24/05/2020
Audrey looks after my little girl and what a fabulous job she does. She is very polite and proffesional. Play room full of toys and the back garden is fab big trampoline and the children have plenty of toys to choose from!! I get a full breakdown of how my daughter has been throughout the day when i collect her and get wee pics of her sent to me which i think is a lovely touch!! My daughter can be clingy to me and dad and can get upset in the morning,but Audrey distracts and re assures her and within 5 mins daughter is settled. Audrey gives us a wee message/picture to let us know shes Settled! I would highly reccommend Audrey! Arrange to meet her and see for yourself!!
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on 14/01/2019
Audrey is an amazing lady (and childminder). Has been great with our little boy, helped him with his independence so much! She has teached and helped shape him into the little person he is becoming. She helped us out last minute and has been an angel eversince! Our little boy always looks foward to going to hers and is always happy when we pick him up. Very reliable and approachable! Thank you so much for all your hardwork and patience! Special lady 👍
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on 14/01/2019
Mum and daughter met Audrey for the first time today, the connection between my 1yr and Audrey was magical. Seemed as if we knew each other for ages.. lovely atmosphere for kids and clean environment. Would definitely recommend Audrey.
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on 25/04/2017
Audrey has been looking after my daughter for nearly a year when my baby was 11 months and she is been wonderful all this time. They connected very soon and they adore each other and is reflected every day when me and my partner drop her off every day because she is so happy going to Audrey's house, and also when I pick her up later in the afternoon she doesn't want to leave either.. Also, I've got feedback everyday about how my daughter is been eating, behaving, filling nappies or many other unexpected situations or needs which is really good too. I would really recommender her to everyone because Audrey is a very happy, young and responsable woman and I have no more than nice words to say about her.
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on 10/04/2017
As a parent, you want full assurance that the Childminder you work with has the best interests and environment for your child to thrive. Audrey was recommended to us and we've been with her over a year. I can't recommend her enough, full of love, energy and enthusiasm. There's a genuine care and passion for the kids, like one big extended family. Audrey is disciplined and built a culture of kindness and acceptance amongst her 'crew' that we like. This is a lady that will always go the extra mile to keep the kids engaged and her new garden transformation testament to that. Her service is diligent and timely, we know we can fully rely on her (which is important as working parents). So if you've read this, go meet her, she's a bundle of energy and you'll wonder how you ever lived without her.
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on 07/04/2017
My son settled in very well with Audrey and loved going with her 3 days a week she had a variety of activities for the Children daily including , walks to soft play :) would definatly recommend Audrey , as she is also a loving caring lady towards the children I felt good going to my work knowing my son was in safe hands, Audrey was amazing with him, and will miss her , I only took my son out due to i didn't need her services anymore.
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on 12/03/2017
Audrey runs a wonderful service and our son absolutely loves the time he spends at her house. She has a dedicated play room full of toys and games, and a large garden which has just been completely refurbished. The children now have their own summer house and there is a trampoline, football goals and a wide variety of outdoor play equipment.
Audrey has a lovely manner with the kids and she is well known to the teachers and staff at the local primary school.
We were referred to Audrey by a friend and we have in turn referred her to other parents.
We are delighted with the service she provides and have nothing but good things to say about her.
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on 01/03/2017
I would definitely recommend Audrey! She is very kind and caring to the children. Good variety of toys and activities. My son was school age but i was often in the area for work and always saw are out and about with the wee ones to toddler groups or the park.
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on 18/11/2016
Audrey has been looking after our son since he started school in the summer of 2015. She has always been reliable, friendly and flexible. Felix loves the time he spends with her which is probably the best endorsement I could make. Definitely five stars!
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on 27/06/2016
Audrey has been looking after my 2 little girls for about a year, she is as fit as a fiddle and full of energy and she has a very caring way with the girls.
Her house is immaculate, she has a fully equipped playroom with lots of toys and activities and a big, secure back garden with a trampoline, and lots of garden toys,
She is extremely reliable and will always try and accommodate your needs as much as she can.
She keeps in touch with you during the day, even sending you little pics of what they are getting up to!
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending her to anyone looking for a childminder!!
I don't know what we would do without her, my girls genuinely love going to see her!!
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on 13/05/2016
My daughter has settled really well with Audrey. She has great energy with the kids and is always happy to help out with extra cover if needed. Excellent all round.
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on 12/05/2016
Audrey is a great childminder the children and their families are welcomed into her home by her whole family. She does lots with the children playgroups, soft play, park, arts and crafts and she has a lovely enclosed garden with lots of outdoor toys and also a playroom. My children have all been looked after by Audrey and I recommend her to anyone looking for a childminder.
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on 19/04/2016
My son has been with Audrey now since he started school in August and it truly is like a home away from home for him he loves it. Audrey provides excellent care and in a happy safe and fun environment. Lewis and all the other kids absolutely love her and I feel confident knowing he's being looked after the same way I would.
I would highly recommend Audrey's Child Care Service
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on 08/12/2015
Audrey's been childminding my son Leo since September and my boy is always very happy to be dropped off at her house. She's a reliable and lovely person, very organised and professional.
Audrey's house is very suitable for children, plenty of toys indoors and in the garden; she also tends to take little ones out a lot to playgroups and such, so I feel confident Leo is always active.
The best reassurance I get is that my boy tends to say "I love Audrey" - highly recommend childminder. Very happy with the care provided. Thank you!
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on 03/12/2015
My daughter Hayley ( 21months) is looked after by Audrey since December 2014 and she absolutely loves it.
Audrey has a very child friendly house with a lovely playroom and a great walled back garden.
I can feel completely at ease when at work knowing Hayley is very well looked after and will enjoy her day with lots of fun activities. As Audrey takes them out and about to the play ground, soft play and other play groups Hayley has developed great confidence in interacting with other children and is over all progressing very well.
Audrey is fabulous with all the kids and I would highly recommend her for everyone looking for very professional childcare in an absolutely loving and homely environment.
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on 13/07/2015
I started using Audrey two months ago and my two children absolutely adore her. My children are 3 and 2. Audrey is fabulous with the kids, lots of fun and patience and just all round fantastic. I now go to work completely at ease and happy and know my children are in the best possible care. Five stars for this wonderful lady.
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on 05/07/2015
Audrey has looked after my 2 year old (nearly 3) since he was 6 months old...Sonnie absolutely adores Audrey & all the family as he & the other children she cares for are made very welcome by all, Audrey is great with all the kids & are treated all the same - which is good as Sonnie gets away nothing!lol
Audrey is very hands on, they go to the park, play groups, play centres & has even converted a room within her house into a playroom for all the minded kids when the weathers not great...they do loads of painting, games, playing in the garden etc.........Sonnie has come on leaps & bounds & I have never any bother leaving him in the morning!.......in fact completely the opposite - he runs in!.
Sonnie is still with Audrey & now a playgroup (which Audrey helped to arrange) & wouldn't change it for anything, we live in Musselburgh but he's happy & progressing well where he is.
I would highly recommend Audrey as a minder , being a mum to 6 myself I understand how difficult it is to find someone that you trust, is understanding, friendly, flexible & above all will provide a very loving stable homely environment for your child...........cuddles not a problem either when needed! :O)
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on 13/04/2015
Audrey has a lovely child friendly home. She was excellent with my daughter who took to her immediately. I recommend her for friendly, professional childcare.
Stacey.
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