Sufia Jaigirdar's Reviews

Very able childminder

Just by meeting Safia and visiting her house I can confidently recomend Safia to anyone.She will even advice you on finding right childminder for your baby even if you are not opting her. A very humble and professional lady who relieves all you anxiety about leaving your LO with her.

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by Ammara about Sufia Jaigirdar on 21/02/2015

Perfect!

Sufia is a fantastic childminder. She has been caring for my 17 month old Son coming upto 2month, so far so great. She is caring, attentive and extremely flexible, and friendly! My Son adores her and its so reassuring to know that he is in such great care whilst I am at work. I would recommend Sufia to anybody. Thank you for making this transition so easy and good for us, both my husband and I are very happy that Osman has settled in so well. Also Thank you for all the videos and pictures you send me, they really do make me day.

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by YasMou about Sufia Jaigirdar on 10/02/2015

BEST CHILDMINDER EVER

Sufia has been looking after Liyu for almost 3 years and we are heartbroken to leave her from September.

When I was looking for a childminder for my first daughter, I was looking for a “second mum”, someone who will take really good care of her and share the same family values that we have, Sufia ticked and still tick all the boxes!
She knows my daughter by heart, she can see when Liyu is not 100% and is always right, she send feedback every evening about my daughter’s journey from the food she had till the nap time and number of nappies used.

Her house is perfectly clean and the set up for the kids is perfect too, the garden is big and full of toys for them to play whatever the age, she teaches my daughter about growing strawberry and beans, she loved it. On rainy day Sufia always keep them busy with manual activity and Liyu often comes home with drawing or home made tiara, butterfly, cupcake, …. Sufia also helped Liyu in her development skills and early learning.

Her family and specially her daughters are always so polite, kind and love playing with Liyu

Sufia prepares is home made and diverse food, from Indian (my daughter loves it!) to pasta with veg, she always keeps an eye on the amount of water the kids drink during the day and make sure they are fully hydrated. It might sound silly for certain persons but it is really important for me, no crisps, no biscuit, no soft drinks full of sugar but healthy food and water!

Basically to my eyes Sufia is perfect for my daughter and for us !!! If you trust her she will be an amazing support to your kid and your family and you will have your peace of mind: your child is safe with her.

As I mentioned earlier I am really sad to leave her but Liyu is starting school so we have too, I will never thank Sufia and her family enough for the help and support during this years and for the love and care she gave to my daughter.

Thank you Sufia

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 29/08/2014

amazing childminder!!!

My daughter started staying with Sufia when she was 13 months old, as any parent I was extremely anxious about leaving my child. However, Sufia provided me with great reassurance and comfort before leaving her. I met Sufia and her family a number of times before my daughter started with her, Sufia spent time with me to understand my needs and Sophia's which was great, she accommodated to Sohia's needs, this made me feel 100% comfortable in leaving my daughter. During this time I got to know Sufia, her family and the environment. Sufia's home is lovely, packed with toys, learning equipment and the back garden is a mini park!!! more importantly it is a loving environment where I was confidant my child will learn, develop and be well cared for. I trusted Sufia as soon as I met her and was eager for Sufia to look after my daughter.

Sophia is almost two and what can I say.... she has developed in so many ways... speech, language, communication, playing with friends... in every way possible Sophia has grown to be a lovely, gentle child.. which Sufia has played a massive past in.

Before Sophia started childcare I fell pregnant with my second baby and Sufia was amazing, she supported me and offered lots of advise and during the lead up to the birth Sufia supported me by offering to look after Sophia during my time in hospital.. This clearly shows the kindness Sufia displays and I am so grateful.

Needless to say Sufia wil be looking after my second baby when I go back to work. I have nothing but kind words to say about Sufia and her family and I trust Sufia 100% and never have had any doubt about the way she looks after Sophia. My husband and I are so lucky to find the most amazing childminder!!!!!!!! Thank you xxxxxxx

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 08/07/2014

Excellent Childminder

My husband and I consider ourselves fortunate to have found Sufia as our child minder. She loves children and this shows in her day to day interactions with our son. Sufia is very friendly, patient and has a loving and caring nature.

She makes our son feel like he’s at home by using phrases that we use with him at home. This adds a personal touch. She provides different home cooked healthy meals twice a day, plus snacks. There is a wide variety of toys and books in the play room, a beautiful garden with outside play activities and a daily summary of our sons play, eat, sleep, nappy changes etc. which I really appreciate. This gives me a sense of knowing what he has been up to all day, what he has eaten etc.

Sufia and her daughters are very caring and often play and make time for creative activities with the children. It makes us feel happy that our son is playing, learning and growing in her home. She encourages the children to make cards and crafts, which our son really enjoys. He has grown in confidence since he has started going to Sufia’s from Jan ’13, and has learnt to play with other children both his age and older.

Sufia has taught our son many things including how to share and play with the other children, which we really appreciate. Sufia will always give verbal feedback at the end of the day.

We have peace of mind knowing that our son is in a safe, clean and caring environment.

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 21/08/2013

Outstanding Care

We get an outstanding care- home to home atmosphere, home cooked food ( her family eats the same food as my son, unlike nursery).

Initially we sent our 8 mth old to a local nursery which was clean. After few weeks, we felt our child was spending his day in a room like a chicken, he had no interaction with older kids. I was so unhappy that I invited my mum and dad from abroad to stay with me to look after him until I find a good child care.

We were very lucky to have found Sufia and that she had vacancy.
My baby is 2 yrs now, he is much happier, active, creative, interacting with older kids (including Sufia's daughters), recognises phonic sounds and numbers.

We now leave our kid with Sufia and go to work, knowing he is happy, enjoying his day in a very safe environment.Thank you so much Sufia.

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 01/05/2013

Good childminder

Sufia has provided home atmosphere and clean environment for my children to settle well and enjoy during their stay. They were looked after very well and provided with opportunities to learn sharing, socialising, playing and developing good discipline. My children were very happy and had good time over there.

Sufia's work and her family members support is really appreciated.

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 09/04/2013

Amazing

Sufia has become our Aunty since 1.5year now and honestly I could not wish for a better person to look after my daughter.

Every morning my daughter is calling her “Aunty” as soon as we get in the car and she is all happy to see her and her daughters in the morning. To see my daughter’s smile as soon as she passes the door of Sufia’s home make me so happy and confirmed that I made the right choice!

Sufia is a lovely caring mum and childminder and more than anything we agree on many things: healthy homemade food, politeness, day to day hygiene (hand wash, nappies …) and naturals remedies (homeopathy for ex). I really love her for that and I am really proud that my daughter is growing in that environment!

Also, now that Liyu will be 2 soon, she is learning the alphabet and numbers with Sufia and always surprises me with new song and words that she learns during the day with Sufia. My daughter does a lot of handcraft and loves to do cards for any occasion (Easter, mum’s birthday …). Sufia gives a lot of attention to development and learning skills.

Sufia is for me the best Aunty; I would not imagine my day to day life without her and her family.

Thank you so much for your work and dedication towards Liyu and for your patience and listening skills towards me.

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 04/04/2013

Excellent

When we had a third child we automatically thought of the nursery that my older two children went to. However it was just not financially possible – a blessing in disguise!!!
In my head I wanted a professional person but in a very welcoming and secure environment. I spoke to several people and had several contacts for childminders. However Sufia stood out from all of them. I instantly felt that I needed to contact her and go and see the place.
I remember our first visit (the whole clan - 5 of us) it was after 7, when we arrived, Sufia’s whole family welcomed us. Her daughters took my older two and entertained them while my husband, myself and of course my 6 month old got acquainted with Sufia. Instantly I felt re-assured! The atmosphere was so warm and only having a nursery environment to compare with I honestly felt it was like for like but a lot more homely. I knew straight away that Sufia was very professional but at the same time very caring and that my son will be looked after very well.
H was 6 months when he started with Sufia and took quite a few weeks to settle. However she managed this transition very well and kept me informed throughout the whole time. H is now 17 months and a right little character. He loves going to Aunty Sufia’s cant wait to get in! H has really developed in terms of social skills he loves interacting with other babies his age and he does not shy away from adults.

If you want a professional home to home environment for your child then I would definitely recommend Sufia. You will see your child grow in many ways…

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 29/01/2013

'Outstanding' ... Obviously!!

Sufia is one of a very few child minders in Redbridge that have been classified as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. I can see why this is - I feel that the level of care Sufia provides is truly exemplary! The warmth Sufia shows and provides for the children in her care is quite something!

I have a daughter that used to go to Sufia, who is now in Primary School and another who is still with Sufia.

Sufia cares for children from babies to school-age and you cannot help but warm to her maternal nature. It is a very comforting feeling knowing you are leaving your child with someone you trust implicitly.

Over the past three years, I have a met a woman who has, along with her family, become a very important part of our lives - I feel I would do her an injustice if I called her ‘just’ a child minder, as she is so much more; she has become an ‘Aunty’ to my children and a true friend and ‘confidante’ to me.

From the moment you step into Sufia’s house, you know that you are on to a winner: the house is set up with children in mind – the playroom is stimulating and brimming with a range of age-appropriate, good quality toys and books, the family parrot in the corner captivates the children and the huge garden has all the enticement of an adventure playground!’ The welcome from her three girls and their delightful smiles always makes my day and my girls are off playing before I can blink an eyelid!

I am more than satisfied with every aspect of care that Sufia provides for my daughter. Here are are just some examples:

Creativity: My daughter has often come home with a pot of watercress, finger paintings and decorated cupcakes – Sufia allows the children to fulfil their creative potential and understands the importance of learning through play. Quite often the morning will start with the children singing along to their favourite nursery rhymes which is a lovely was to start the day!

Learning: I feel that Sufia has played a very big part in getting my daughter prepared for nursery: teaching numbers and the alphabet, recognising and spelling out your name, colours, animals – the list is endless! She has also taught her the important skills of sharing, being kind and playing with other children.

Food: My daughter can be a fussy eater but Sufia has her eating all kinds of wonderful things that are cooked from fresh, last week she ate spinach, which was a first! She provides balanced and healthy meals, as well as snacks of yoghurt and fresh fruit and takes dietary needs into consideration.

Hygiene: Sufia has a dedicated toilet which is conveniently located very near the playroom. She has taught my children how to go to the toilet independently and helped them make the big leap from nappy to potty. She has also drummed into them the importance of hand washing – they all have dedicated hooks with flannels on them . Younger children also have dedicated nappies and creams in order to avoid cross-contamination.

I must mention how much I respect Sufia's professionalism; whenever I have had any concerns, Sufia has been willing to listen and respect that as parents we have anxieties that need to be abated. She never takes a concern personally and will do the utmost to put your mind at ease.

She also has what I would call a very 'fair but firm' policy, whereby she is as flexible as possible to meet parents' needs but will not compromise on her childcare ratio or any aspects of health and safely.

Being from an educational background, I wanted somebody who could take care of my daughter’s emotional and physical needs when she was a baby as well as prepare her for nursery when she was of school age – Sufia has surpassed my expectations in all of these areas. She has helped my daughter become a confident, well rounded, sociable and most importantly, happy and contented child and for this, I am eternally grateful.

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by Parent about Sufia Jaigirdar on 28/11/2012