Jill is a fantastic childminder and we feel very lucky that our daughter Jessica was able to spend 2 years in her care from the age of 1 to 3. She absolutely flourished in Jill's setting and as a new mum going back to work, knowing my daughter was being so well looked after and happy, really helped that transition.

Jill certainly goes the extra mile planning activities and days out with the children and makes special occasions all the more special, with many trips out, arts and crafts, stories and educational activities. My daughter loved the build up to Halloween and Christmas at Jill's particularly.

It is clear to see that Jill really cares about the children and they behave impeccably for her. This really helped us at home, for example from a very young age, Jill taught Jess how to put her shoes and coat on independently. Having a fussy eater was a challenge for us, but Jill really supported us through this.

We chatted regularly at pick up/drop off and the progress book that Jill painstakingly completed is such a special memento of Jessica's time there. She loves looking through it and proudly shows her grandparents what she had been doing.

My daughter only left recently due to a change in circumstances and our second baby's arrival. We look back at this time with great fondness and I cannot recommend Jill highly enough.

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