Jane or should I say “Janey” as she has been to both my boys throughout the past 6.5 years is quite special! The absolute cream of the crop!
When looking for a childminder 7 years ago now, you never dream that anyone other than you or your own family could love and look after your little one like they were their own, but Jane has done nothing but that! She really is like family to us all! Both my boys (one now 6 and at school) and my second (2.5) still currently in her care, went under the age of 1 and have done nothing but thrive in her care. I never worry leaving them and a lot of the time I have struggled to get them to leave because they love her and the setting so much. Jane being a Mum herself and an experienced childminder knows exactly what children need. Love, empathy, stimulation and learning are all second to none. They have been on amazing day trips to National Trust places, the garden centre, parks and woodlands and she has a wonderful setting at home in the garden (artificial grass and lots of toys/water toys) and a lovely playroom. She creates arts and crafts and makes cards on all occasions like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day (the little things that just mean so so much) and bakes with the children. Jane really is the best childminder in the area and nothing is ever too much trouble. She is flexible (if ever held up at work),understanding and will always go above and beyond to help you. She uses her common sense of ever the children are a little under the weather and will give calpol or a cuddle when needed. Her family also play a huge role and they too are loved by everyone. Her Husband Gary, her two sons (like fun big brothers) and Teddy the dog are all wonderful and they too have become friends of the family.
Jane provides photos to document what the children are up to during the day and never has their been a time where the children aren’t all beaming in them! I’m usually jealous I’m not there playing and having fun. Jane has provided pick ups and drop offs to pre school for us and even dropped my children home when I’ve been without a car. She really is exceptional! Anyone looking for childcare and Jane very rarely having a space available will have struck gold!!! I cannot recommend her enough to you. I also cannot thank her for enough for everything she has done for my two boys over the years. Someone I see as family now and a wonderful friend. Don’t hesitate to contact her you honestly won’t find better! X

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