I was chatting to a work colleague before going on maternity leave and mentioned that I would need a childminder full time on my return to work and Karen was recommended to me.

During my maternity leave I visited various childminders in the Calne area but decided to choose Karen due to her consiousness of Health and Safety I needed from a childminder who would be looking after my daughter on a full-tme basis. Also another deciding factor was the setup of Karen's home with a dedicated playroom comprising of a large amount of equipment encouraging learning and development.

Having to return to work full time, another requirement I wanted from a childminder was for meals to be provided. Karen provides meals for Erin and gives her a well balanced nutritious diet, important for her growth and development.

Erin was nine months old when she joined Karen and settled in very quickly. She is now 2 1/2 years old and has become a very independent child who is happy and contented.

I know that finding the right childminder can be a daunting prospect, but Karen has met all my requirements and I would have no hesitation in recommending her childmnding services.