My boys have been going to this wonderful childminder since they were aged 4 and 1. They are now 10 and 7 and they see her as a member of their extended family. She is energetic, organised, down to earth and fair. She always strives to have a good open relationship with the parents of the children she cares for and I feel that she has become a trusted friend. She seems to have endless energy and patience and plans fun and educational trips for the children, taking them to the local cinema, parks and playgrounds and to places such as Adventure Island or BarleyLands. During the school holidays I’m always confident that my children will have a mixture of fun outings and quieter days where they are involved in making things and artwork, using the computer or playing in the garden or with the many toys and games she has. She has been very flexible in adapting to my part-time working hours as they have changed several times over the years, sometimes at short notice. I can honestly say that we would be totally lost without her.