My son Arthur has been going to Vera since he was six months old, and I had to go back to work. I was very nervous leaving him at that age, but Vera proved to be an ideal carer; exceptionally competent and caring. She is like part of our family now, and Arthur loves going to her house everyday. He is nearly two now, and puts himself in the pushchair ready to go before we are in the morning! The environment at Vera's is very nurturing; lots of different toys, a huge light-filled space to play in, and a strong community with other children and their carers dropping in for arranged play-dates. She takes the kids out almost every day to parks, Kew Gardens and playgroups so they have plenty of stimulation and contact with other children. Arthur has always slept and eaten well at Vera's, and is thriving there. I have also seen the structured play she does with the older children to help them learn, which is fantastic. I can't recommend her enough, and am very happy to give a reference over the phone to any parents considering using her.

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