I chose Suzi to be my childminder having seen her at toddler groups, out and about and also from personal recommendations. 

Suzi has a really lovely manner with all the children in her care. She always seems kind, calm and patient with them and all the children are happy and well behaved and know what’s expected of them. I also liked the fact that I would see Suzi about whatever the weather so that I knew my boys would get the advantage of going to the toddler groups, to the park and plenty of play in the garden.

Since my Son has been going to Suzy's I’ve been reassured that I made absolutely the right choice. He is so happy there and really loves Suzi, he runs to give her a cuddle in the mornings. I’ve been impressed by the variety of activities that Suzy has and that the children don’t play with just gender stereotype toys. I’ve really seen DS progress since he spent time with Suzy and the other children in her care. He has learned more words even saying ‘thank you’ and has started to draw, something I would never have thought of doing with him. While he is pleased to see me at the end of the day he is never desperate to go home and always arrives at Suzy's with a smile.
Whenever I’ve visited Suzy's I’ve seen all the children happily and safely engaged. When I’ve been at dinner times the food has looked and smelt very tasty. I’ve always felt very comfortable to ask questions about DS and his day.
Suzy's home is lovely, cosy and warm. I can assure anyone that Suzy's home is clean and tidy. I feel insulted that anyone could state otherwise, as my sons have been with Suzy since June.
I put it to anyone, if you feel a home is so unsuitable then surely OFSTED would be the first port of call. As I understand it Suzy has had her routine visit from OFSTED and no such issues were raised.
My advise to anyone, meet Suzy and decide for yourself. It is very rare to find anyone now adays with such warmth and genuine love for children.

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