Farrow Fields's Reviews
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5 out of 5
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The childminder provides exceptional care in a home-like environment. Children thrive with attentive, nurturing interactions focused on individual needs. Daily activities keep children entertained and challenged, with a mix of indoor and outdoor play. Fresh, healthy meals are provided. Parents appreciate the safe, fun setting and the childminder's experience, guidance and genuine care. Children are happy, content and developing well in this trusted space.
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Our little girl is absolutely thriving in Tory’s environment.
She settled in really well, I believe this is from having a home from home environment with attentive care interactions and focus on the individual child needs.
You can see the daily organisation and genuine efforts put into to making sure the children are kept entertained and challenged in play and sociable activities.
Fresh yummy meals are made for the children, often in the Summer spending time outside with a picnic. At collection time our little girl is always really happy and content.
The setting is fun and safe for the children, lots of educational set ups, with fun play areas inside and out.
The experience, guidance and genuine care for the children is amazing. It’s a home from home setting. I feel very lucky to have found a fun, safe, loving and trusting space for our little lady here!
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Carly
on 16/01/2025
Our little girl is absolutely thriving in Tory’s environment.
She settled in really well, I believe this is from having a home from home environment with attentive care interactions and focus on the individual child needs.
You can see the daily organisation and genuine efforts put into to making sure the children are kept entertained and challenged in play and sociable activities.
Fresh yummy meals are made for the children, often in the Summer spending time at the park with a picnic. At collection time our little girl is always really happy and content.
The experience, guidance and genuine care for the children is amazing. I feel very lucky to have found a fun, safe, loving and trusting space for our little lady here!
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Carly
on 15/10/2024
My daughter started going to Tory when she was about 1 and half years old. She had just moved from India and did only speak very few words in English.
Tory Katie and John has been really wonderful to my child. Within 1 year she now communicates quite well in English. She is also more social.
It is really like a home environment and what I really appreciate is Tory sends pictures and videos of my child almost everyday. They also provide a diary which they fill in everyday to let us know about all the meals and activities they did each day.
My daughter always look forward to going to Tory and her little friends. I like the way they have planned out each week for the children to keep them engaged and active.
They are also happy to accommodate any special requests for our children and are also quite welcome to feedback.
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Rana
on 27/05/2024
I was recommended to Tory by a friend who also has their child with her. My son loves his nursery days and always has something to tell me when we get home. Usually it’s about an adventure to the woods, or the park, or messy play in the garden and he tells me about the ‘yummy’ lunches and dinners.
There are toys that allow for individual play, as well as communal activities like group reading and singing and dancing.
My son seems to learn something new every time he goes and it’s lovely seeing him so happy to be dropped off in the morning. He often talks about his nursery friends before bed and says how much fun he’s had.
I feel very lucky to have been introduced to Tory and the team. 5 stars from me!!
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Natalie
on 03/05/2024
Our little girl has been with Tory since she was 7 months old. A year has passed so quickly.
Thanks to Tory, Katie and John our daughter has developed so quickly.
It’s really helped her to become a social confident baby / toddler.
She’s learning so quickly. Her speech, understanding, social skills, independence and mobility.
We get daily photos or videos of her taking part in so many different activities.
They take her to playgroup twice a week exposing her to even more people and children.
There’s no way we could keep our little gem (Minx) so busy and so engaged for so long.
You can see that she’s just so happy.
Tory is full of advice and tips if there’s a problem.
The food is all homemade and our daughter loves it.
There’s a daily diary completed without fail.
We would highly recommend Tory, and have done to a couple of friends and colleagues.
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PD MA
on 26/07/2023
Our two children have been going to Tory for nearly 18 months and I honestly can’t recommend her enough.
The setting is ideal for playing, learning and really is a home from a home. My toddler daughter goes there 3 days a week and her development has been incredible in all areas. She absolutely loves it and is always talking about her little friends and Tory, Katie (Tory’s assistant) and Tory’s family. She especially loves playing with Tory’s teenage daughter and sometimes doesn’t want to come home with me if she’s there after school!
Tory takes the kids to playgroups, the beach, local parks for picnics, sports days etc. and sends lovely photos throughout the day. She keeps an early years book for each of the kids and updates it every night with key achievements.
Tory’s husband does all the cooking and both my kids love the food.
I couldn’t recommend Tory enough.
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Alimatt
on 24/03/2023
We started sending our little boy to Tory when he was only 8 month old. Very quickly all my concerns and anxiety went away as I can tell my son has been taken very good care of and he is happy everyday. My son suffered from eczema quite seriously, Tory stood in our shoes, tried all means to help us control the situation and provided us with a lot of suggestions. The setting of the place is also very good, instead of staying indoor all the time, lots of activities have been arranged. All the kids will go out to get fresh air and attending play groups on a weekly basis. The activities allows my son to have social exposures but at the mean time, well protected from illness. The atmosphere is very good as well, make you feel like a big family! Tory is definitely one of the bests and I recommended her to my friends as well.
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Krystal
on 16/03/2023
Our darling son has been with Victoria since he was a year old and we couldn't be happier with her whole approach. To us, her setting offers the right balance of bespoke care and opportunities to socialise with other children of similar as well as different ages. The play environment is wonderful, the outings are fun and varied, and our DS enjoys all the meals he gets. DS and we as first time parents have learnt so much with histories help (getting him to self settle for naps, to use the potty). We think ourselves so lucky to have found her!
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Stuecs
on 08/03/2023
Tory has been an absolute life saver, she looked after my son Chester for just a few months whilst I found someone more local to me in Tonbridge. I am absolutely gutted to be moving my son but the travel has got too much.
Chester settled in so well and Tory treated him like he was one of her own. It is so comforting knowing he was in a safe, fun, friendly, lovely environment.
She is great for sending pictures during the day of all the activities he has been up to, amazing cook he was eating his vegetables with her which he would never do at home!
I would highly recommend Tory to anyone. 5***** from us!
Thank you so much.
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Lilly
on 18/11/2021
My two children (aged 6 and 4 now) have been with Tory for two years and not a day has gone by when they haven't been excited and happy to go to her setting. They thoroughly enjoy all of the activities that Tory provides, and I suspect often have far more fun there than at home with Mum and Dad! I feel really lucky to have found someone who provides such a great environment for them to thrive in.
Tory provides a really active environment for children, lots of outdoors activity, and lots of proactive learning and development. She provides a healthy, balanced diet and lots of exercise and fun. All year around they are out on adventures, playing in the woods or helping in the garden. My son (aged 4 now) has grown and learnt so much in the last year and is very ready to start school in September, despite being young for his year. Tory always appears tolerant and patient with the children she cares for, whilst ensuring they learn good manners / are well behaved and treat others with kindness.
Tory's setting is really homely, and I know my children feel like the other children in her care (and especially Tory's own family!) are an extension of their own family. Each and every time I pick them up they are disappointed to have to leave and come home.
I really cannot recommend Tory highly enough.
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Spicer
on 25/08/2021
Tory has been looking after my 2 precious kids for over 3 years. She has a marvellous playroom, goes for long walks in parks and woods, cooks healthy food including vegs! My kids always enjoyed going to her for the day, mixing up with other children from different ages and background. When you pick your children up at 6pm, you have the mind at peace knowing they had a good dinner and they're just ready for a bath and a long night sleep. Tory has the perfect recipe where she mixes fun, development of your child social skills, learning (shapes, numbers, alphabet, etc) and respect of your surrounding world. I would highly recommend her!
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Ombeline
on 18/08/2021
I am so pleased that we found Tory and her setting late last year. Our son has been to a couple of other childminders prior and has really settled well with Tory, who is quite frankly, an exceptional individual. You can clearly see so much time, effort and care has been taken to create a joyful, educational and sensory haven for the kids here. We also now have a great relationship with Tory which is an added bonus and we feel like our little boy is part of her family.
Tory loves to get all the kids out and about and do outside activities in the fresh air but also has the most amazing playroom for when indoors.
We know that our son is in the best hands and is given the utmost support and care. Tory has great attention to detail and always goes above and beyond to find ways to help and encourage learning or even to get our son to eat some veg! (Of which she has accomplished)
We have seen such a big difference in our son’s development since being with Tory and he was behind with his development and in need of a lot of direction, encouragement and support.
We highly recommend Victoria as a childminder and want to say a big thank you for everything she does, just exceptional.
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HanFord1
on 15/06/2021
We're so happy to have found Tory last summer, after the first lock-down. She is a fantastic childminder, and she has a relaxed, caring, no-nonsense approach. She has children of all ages, from toddlers to primary school, and all respect her. She provides a lovely environment in her setting together with high-quality homecooked food.
She loves the outdoors and takes the children out every day (rain or shine), which they really enjoy. Tory also teaches them to appreciate and be respectful of nature and animals, which is so important. In addition, she goes above and beyond on special occasions for the children to feel special on their birthdays or taking them out on day trips.
We have definitely seen our little one's confidence and communications skills grow since being with Tory, which is great.
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Marianel
on 30/04/2021
My children have been with Victoria for 7 years. I am so pleased that I found her to look after them and she has become a good friend. The children couldn’t be happier and love their time with her. Victoria has a wonderful home and play room, with plenty of toys and educational activities for all ages. Victoria visits toddler groups and organises lots of activities, particularly outside for them including a safe, tidy and homely garden with a play house, sandpit and veg patch. She also lives near a local park so the children spend a lot of time there after school.
The children in her care are of all ages, from babies to junior, and they all play wonderfully together, help and look out for each other. The childrens welfare and safety is always Victoria’s priority. She is open and honest providing great support and advice. She is extremely well organised and the children all understand before and after school routines and are exceptionally well behaved. She provides a friendly, nurturing and warm environment for the children to develop and thrive. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Victoria.
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SkMum
on 09/09/2020
I had met a number of childminders before I visited Victoria - and within the first 2 minutes I knew she was the person I wanted to look after my 8 month old daughter. It was obvious how experienced she was, she has a beautiful home with an outstanding playroom full of toys and activities for all ages and I loved her open, honest personality and it was clear she had a genuine love of children.
In the 6 months that my daughter has been with Victoria, I couldn’t be happier and my initial gut reaction was completely spot-on. My daughter absolutely adores her, they do lovely activities together and I know that she is as well looked after as I would look after her - for me this was vital when looking for a childminder. Victoria gives me very regular updates with regards to her progress and also great advice in terms of her development. She is flexible and amenable and I feel very lucky to have found her to look after my daughter.
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Elh77
on 13/09/2018
Victoria has been m child minder for 5 years now, and I honestly cannot sing her praises highly enough. My son thoroughly enjoys his time there, was immediately happy there, and I have full confidence in the care that Victoria gives to the children in her care.
There are plenty indoor & outdoor activities to keep the children entertained, and the meals provided are of the highest quality. Additinally, all the children interact well together & enjoy each other’s company - this is all testament to the happy environment that Victorian has created for them. Her facilities are also of the highest standard, while proviidng a warm & friendly space for the children
Victoria truly goes above & beyond in the care she provides, for which I am thoroughly grateful.
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on 09/01/2018
Our daughter has been with Victoria since she was 11 months old. Five and a bit years later we couldn't be happier with how brilliantly Victoria takes care of her when she is there. Victoria genuinely cares for the kids in her care, and I know that our daughter truly loves her in return. In the school holidays, I'm pretty sure that our daughter prefers going to Victoria's to staying at home!
She has created a brilliant, fun but safe environment for the kids who seem to be having a great time whenever I come to pick them up. And even though the kids span a number of different ages, they all have been encouraged to play well together. Frankly I find it amazing! I think it is partly because Victoria's own children are treated indistinguishably from the rest, and so everyone feels like family. Sometimes there have been assistants in the setting as well, but because of Victoria's attention to detail in hiring them, these carers have always been a welcome addition to the gang and the kids have really enjoyed having them there as well.
Victoria ensures that all the kids play outside as much as possible and get out and about whenever they can, I never have to worry that they are stuck in front of the TV all afternoon. Again I don't know how she does it, but she gets our daughter to walk way further than we can ever persuade her to do!
I also am always reassured by the quality of food that Victoria puts in front of the kids (and ensures that they eat). I know for a fact that our daughter's repertoire of foods has been expanded by being there which has been brilliant for us.
Victoria is more than just a childminder to us. She has been such a help and support to us as first time parents throughout our daughter's early years. For example potty training was done in partnership with her and was so much easier as a result of her experience in spotting when kids were ready to start. Victoria has bent over backwards to be flexible and help us out when our needs have changed due to different life circumstances. We will always be so grateful for everything that Victoria has done for us, and I can wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone who is looking to start their child with a new minder.
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on 07/12/2017
Victoria has looked after my children for 6 years. My first son from when i went back to work when he was 6 months old. I choose a childminder as i wanted a home from home experiance and that excatly what Victoria provides. A safe place with great playroom and a really varied shedule of activities that included park trips, music and toddler groups as they got older. The food is always home cooked, healthy and she even grows her own veggies which the children love to get involved with. She goes beyond what is expected as a childminder to make sure the children in her care have every need taken care of. I wouldn't hesitate in reccommending her to others.
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on 05/12/2017
Victoria has been my childminder for my two boys for over eight years now. She runs her business from home and her house is always warming, tidy and safe for the children to be in. Victoria is also flexible to suit the needs of a working mother like myself and she also goes above and beyond to try to accommodate and help. What differentiates Victoria from other childminder is that she genuinely cares about the children’s welfare and wellbeing. She does not see childminding as just a job but she does it with her heart and passion. Most importantly, the children look forward to go to hers every day and have established a good relationship with her.
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Kimmy
on 01/12/2017
