Next Steps Childcare

Wonderful and calm childminder

I met Suzanne at a local playgroup, not knowing she was a childminder. I saw how calm and kind she was with the kids she was looking after and asked for some advice on how to handle the ‘wonderful twos’. She really helped me handle my toddler’s tricky behaviour.

When I later decided to look for a childminder, she was first in my mind. Her demeanour is so incredibly peaceful and I wanted my child to be around someone like that. Having never been apart from him for long, I was anxious about the separation. I can honestly say that my son has thrived with Suzanne. He has never cried or resisted going in to her setting. He settles well every time and speaks highly of his time with Suzanne and the other children in her daycare.

I have felt very supported by Suzanne. She has put me at ease during this process and helped me learn about the best way to drop off my son.

It has been a fantastic experience for us both and I know he will miss going to see Suzanne when he starts nursery soon.

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by Becs on 17/03/2024

Professional and fun...fantastic child care!

Our little boy has attended next steps setting since 7months old attending 4days a week.

Suzanne combines learning through play, singing and dancing, reading and counting, mark making and outdoor play all with routines and structure which has helped our little boy develop in every way possible.

We look forward to photos and regular updates of his day including trips out to local play groups and the library. Suzanne has a flexible approach and currently supporting us with his potty training. We feel very lucky to have found a safe and nurturing environment for our little boy to grow. Would highly recommend!

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by Rebecca on 04/03/2024

Professional, caring and experienced childminder

My little girl has been going to Suzanne since we was 3 months old ad hoc and then regularly since March 2023. She has developed so much in her time with Suzanne and it is evident that she is learning lots from her experiences at this setting. Suzanne provides fantastic feedback daily and helps reassure anxious mums that their children are okay. She is very approachable and flexible in her ways. My little girl has enjoyed time at playgroups, singing groups and at the playground and continues to be happy and excited to attend. Suzanne always greets her with a warm welcome. Highly recommended childminder.

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by Mel on 14/09/2023

Caring professional provider

We have had our little one with Suzanne for nearly two years and we cannot be happier with how our LO has developed and thrived in her care. Suzanne is passionate about her role, and provides regular updates and pictures of the day and has always gone above and beyond with activities and trips out. Suzanne offers an intimate setting and is fully engaged with her children’s development and care. It is clear Suzanne cares deeply for all the children in her setting, and our LO loves to recall the stories about her day, and loves Suzanne. Suzanne provides hot meals for all the children, and is happy to accommodate for fussy eaters, like ours. Thank you so much Suzanne, you’ve set us up brilliantly for the future.

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by Tchatt on 30/01/2023

Amazing

My littlw boy started with Suzanne aged 3 after previously being at a pre school & realising that this wasn't the right setting for him.
I found Suzanne through childcare.co.uk website & arranged a visit soon after. My little boy went for a few settling in sessions which he loved so I took the plunge & signed him up to start Sept 2019.
He found his days there fun & interactive & was also taken out on trips often. Suzanne made him feel very welcome & in a calm setting as he was joining with 3 other children of mixed ages.
Suzanne provides daily updates through messages & photos of what your child is doing during the day, which puts you at ease & is lovely to see.
He flourished in the fantastic environment he was in & my only regret was that I didnt find Suzanne any sooner in his life.
If you are looking for a happy, stimulating setting for your child then look no further.

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by Stacey on 03/02/2021

Fantastic childminder!

Our baby girl began her settling in sessions with Suzanne at only 7months and straight away we felt relaxed and at ease knowing how well she was been cared for. Suzanne has a very kind and caring approach aswell as being flexible, spontaneous and fun!

In just over a couple of months Suzanne has quickly picked up her routine, tried various different new foods and helped develop her gross and fine motor skills through fun interactive activities.

Suzanne gives us updates throughout the day and understands the importance of regular communication with parents. We go to work looking forward to receiving text messages and pictures!

Suzanne came highly recommended and we certainly feel lucky to have got the right child care for our baby girl. Returning to work wasn’t an easy step but Suzanne has definitely made it much easier. She is very nurturing, professional and most importantly...fun!

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by Rebecca on 14/06/2019

Response by Next Steps Childcare on 15/06/2019:

Thanks for my amazing review. As you can probably tell I love my job. It’s such a pleasure to be part of your child’s learning journey & working in partnership with her family. I look forward to watching her grow & develop by giving her lots of different learning opportunities both in side & outside. Receiving reviews like yours makes me happy & realise that I’m doing a good job. I have worked in the Early Years sector for over 25 years in various setting, primary school & pre school but running my own childminding business enables me to give your child a lot more opportunities to develop & learn in a family environment & also provide learning opportunities in her local community through playgroups, parks, museums, soft play centres, cafe & play dates with other local childminders & the children in their care.
Thanks again, Suzanne.x🤗😁x

Excellent Childminder

Excellent childminder! My little boy loves going to Suzanne’s. Going back to work isn’t easy but finding Suzanne made this a lot easier for me. My little boy is always exploring something new with all the different activity’s she plans. I couldn’t recommend anyone better. Really happy!

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by clarke85 on 14/06/2019

Response by Next Steps Childcare on 14/06/2019:

Aww thanks Jodie for taking the time to write a review. I love looking after Bobby, he has such a love nature. It’s so wonderful to watch him develop & grow from a baby to an inquisitive toddler.
Thanks Suzanne.x

Lovely childminder.

My little boy has been cared for by Suzanne for the past 5 weeks. He absolutely loves going and is always excited in the morning when he knows he is going. With the help Suzanne's settling in sessions he settled in straight away and he's never not wanted to be left. She has a lovely set up with lots of fun toys and a play area just outside her house. She sends you pictures through the day and gives you updates of what they have been getting up to which is nice. My son is very happy going to her and I'm certain any child who visits would feel the same. Highly recommend :-)

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by Parent on 08/12/2016

Excellent childminder

My children really enjoy going to Suzanne's. She has great toys and facilities and always has time to play with the children both inside and out. There is a small safe park right outside her house so they can play out on nice days. I would fully recommend her to look after your children.

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by Parent on 17/09/2016

Excellent care

When my childminder let me down a teacher at my sons school recommended Suzanne. As soon as I spoke to Suzanne on the phone I had good vibes. When Finley and I went to visit Suzanne it felt just right like we had known her for years. Suzanne was very welcoming and very professional. Suzanne explained all her history of childcare and went through the policy and procedures. When Finley started he loved it from day one (he even wanted to go on a weekend). Come rain or shine the children played out either in the gardern or in the park on the cul-de-sac. Suzanne is genuinely interested in playing and interacting with all the children. I would receive text and photo messages of Finley which was nice, also I would get a text telling me what Finley had eaten and which activities he had done. If I ever had more children I would without a doubt be asking Suzanne to look after the baby. Finley still asks to go to Suzanne's house now even though he has started big school.
Thanks Beth and Finley ?

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by Parent on 13/09/2016