As with all Mum's, I can be somewhat over protective of my little boy, so childcare was a monumentally huge decision!!

Charlie is 19 months now, and has been going to 'The Happy House' since he was 6 months. He has grown into a curious, boisterous, confident and most importantly, tremendously happy little boy.

Candy is amazing with him and has an attentive, but relaxed approach - the kind of approach that only comes with experience and maturity. She provides the support and encouragement he needs to develop, but also encourages him toward his first steps to becoming independent.

Charlie gets to mix with different ages of children, which I feel develops his communication skills and teaches him to interact at many different levels. He loves to play dinosaurs with the older boys, (although I'm not too sure he always plays by the rules) and he always has a special smile for Candy's granddaughter!

All the children Charlie mixes with at Candy's are absolutely adorable, kind and well mannered, which is a testament to Candy's approach and the values she communicates. He usually comes away exhausted after a hard day's play! If I'm lucky he'll have a new word or dance move to show me.

I would wholeheartedly recommend 'The Happy House' to anyone looking for a secure and loving environment for their little ones. Candy really is one in a million, and has played a pivotal role in the development of my gorgeous little boy.