We have had our 3-year old with Helen for close to two years. We chose her because she appeared to us as the most professional of all the childminders we visited in our area. She has had several Ofsted reports all of which have been Outstanding.
She takes the children in her care regularly to several children's centres in the area, as well as different interesting trips to farms, parks, etc. These are always backed up with photos of the activities for the parents. A diary is filled in each day with comments by both parents and childminder about activities the children have been involved at home and in the childminder's environment.
She follows up on the children's development, with what has been achieved and targets for the next period, providing us with regular written reports.
She provides a safe and welcoming environment for the children. And our little boy is always happy and delighted about being dropped off at Helen's.