Tricia

Couldn't wish for a better childminder

My wife and I have known Tricia for over 6 years and she has looked after all three of our children either full time or wrap around care. We simply can't rate Tricia enough. She absolutely adores each child she cares for and the environment she creates for them is outstanding. Tricia plans a variety of activities and meets up regularly with other childminders so the children can all interact together. Tricia goes to playgroups, music groups, parks, forest school and in the holidays numerous outings. You really couldn't wish anything more for your child. Every photo we received our son/ daughter was smiling and having the best time. She also prepares your child for pre-school / reception when the time comes by concentrating on phonics and counting so you can feel confident your child is well prepared.
Overall we count our blessings we came across Tricia on this site and my wife went to visit. She didn't need to see anyone else. She just knew instantly Tricia was right and it was the best decision we ever made. My kids still talk fondly about Tricia all the time so I think that speaks volumes!

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by Claire about Tricia on 01/07/2024

Response by Tricia on 01/07/2024:

Ahhhh thank you so so much really appreciate your words! Thank you

Overall outstanding!

My husband and I think Tricia does a fantastic job and only wish we had found her sooner!
My daughter is currently cared for by Tricia full time and my son goes to her after before and after school and during school holidays.
She is extremely organised, planning a multitude of activities for them. They go out to parks, playgrounds, music group, forest school as well as meeting with other local childminders and their children.
She is dependable, caring and excellent at what she does.
My children love going to her and can't recommend her enough.

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by Joanne about Tricia on 28/07/2021

Simply the best

Tricia has looked after my youngest son full time since he was 11 months old (he is now 4) and my eldest after school for 2 years and I couldn't ask for a better childminder.
Tricia takes a lot of pride in her work and is most caring and thoughtful person. My youngest has thrived in her care and loves going everyday. Tricia prepares a variety of activities and often has a theme of the week so whether it's art, crafts, baking, games or literacy, it will be based on this. Tricia is also part of a network of childminders who meet up each week so the children expand their social skills and are continually experiencing new environments and learning continually. She also takes them to forest school, music group, playgroups and visits lots of parks / playgrounds as well as helping those that are starting school get ready for their reception year.
Overall, I would without a doubt recommend Tricia if you are looking for childminder. My children absolutely adore her and her family and as a busy working Mum I would be lost without her. The amount of planning and thought that goes into all the activities she does with the children is outstanding and I can't thank her enough for all she has done for us.

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by Claire about Tricia on 14/07/2021

Wonderful and experienced Childminder.

My son has been with Tricia for years. She is a wonderful, caring person with a lot of patience. With everyday various kind of activities my son learned a lot. She pays attention to all aspects of a child development. Communication, physical and emotional development, as well as art, literacy and maths. Few months ago, my son started to go to nursery for 3 days every week (the rest two days still with Tricia) and he was absolutely fine to settle down in nursery. Tricia has started to teach them phonics when he is three and simple numbers which make my son completely ready for reception this September. Story time, hand crafts, colouring, different toys and games, out door activities, forest school etc all these various activities make my son every single day colourful.
Don't be hesitate to choose Tricia if you are looking for a childminder. She is always better than you think.

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by Mr Wang about Tricia on 09/07/2021

Caring, Flexible and Positive Childminder

My daughter has had Tricia as a childminder since she was 10 months old and now aged 7 she continues to be an important and positive influence in her life and goes to her after school. Tricia is a kind, caring person who sets clear boundaries which I feel is important for my daughters development. Tricia provides daily updates on what she has been doing. There is always activities and all the children get involved and Tricia encourages them to help each other. Tricia has a network of other childminders so for example these groups created a Christmas tree for the Horsell winter fete as well as playgroups and meet ups to enable the children to socialise more widely.
It has and continues to be a positive experience for my daughter which is what is most important to me.

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by thebrook about Tricia on 30/05/2021