It's immediately obvious that Severine loves children and her job: she is always smiling and full of positive energy, she takes the children to loads of fun activities (soft play, parks, picnics), her house is full of toys and crafts, and she is always soft-spoken and incredibly patient.

Our 2-year old has loved going to Severine's and settled-in almost immediately, despite the fact that it was the first time he was not with his parents. Plus, Severine spoke to him in French, which was a great boost for his vocabulary (he now says lots of French words).

If you are looking for a reliable, gentle, fun childminder, I would recommend Severine in a heartbeat!

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