Clare's Reviews
Childminder
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(4.86 from 7 reviews)
My 6yo daughter and 4yo son have been with Clare since they were less than a year old and I couldn’t recommend Clare highly enough. Returning to work after having my first was extremely tough but having Clare take care of her was very reassuring. Clare would send me pictures and updates of what they’d been up to which was great. I loved that Clare had a dog as it has made my two confident around animals.
Over their time with Clare they have become a lot more confident and social which made the transition into school a lot smoother. Although at school and nursery, both still attend Clare’s and enjoy their time at the allotment with the chickens and all the many activities and places that they experience. They are extremely fond of Clare’s two older children and Rocco the dog.
Having just had my third child recently I already know where I will be sending him when I return to work. Thank you so much Clare for everything you have done and continue to do not just for my children but myself also. You are not only my childminder but a good friend x
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Couldn't recommend Clare highly enough, she looked after our son Harry from when he just turned 1 to 3 and half years old, we even continued using Clare although we moved over 30 minutes away as Harry loved his time there and we always felt he was in good hands.
Clare is friendly and easy to talk to which is great when your preparing to leave your child and head back to work, she would send me photos to let me know he was okay and having fun.
Don't be put off by the dog! Rocco is absolutely lovely, he is extremely placid and such a friendly dog. I'd take him home if I could!!
Clare has a helper called Danni who is also fantastic, she is crazy like the kids and they love it! Real good fun.
I liked the fact Clare goes to different groups regularly each week, it helped Harry get used to being around bigger groups of children so nursery wasn't an issue when he did start.
Clare has helped Harry grow into a confident boy and we couldn't be more thankful to her.
thank you Clare for all you did for us
Katy :)
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My son Jack has been going to Clare since he turned 1, he is now three and a half and still really enjoys going. Clare is friendly, easy going and treats the children she looks after as her own. Over the years, Clare has looked after many children in our family and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone.
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Our daughter has been going to Clare for just over a year and a half and she is so happy. It was so hard for me to go back to work after my maternity leave but knowing that our daughter was well looked after, happy and that Clare was so reassuring made all the difference. She would give me regular updates and pictures showing how settled she was. Our daughter has grown into a confident little girl and loves her time with Clare. Clare also has a fantastic assistant who our daughter loves and she does so much with all the children. Thank you for all you do, your support and kindness towards our daughter.
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From the moment I needed childcare at a drop of a hat, Clare was there to ensure the transition for my daughter was as smooth as possible plus obviously taking away a lot of concerns parents have when choosing a childminder!
After just one visit I knew my 3 year old was in safe, capable and fun hands to enjoy the few months before she started school. Every day my daughter would chat about all the fun activities she done that day and always had some sort of creative art work to take home.
I particularly liked the fact that Clare was part of a group of other childminders who got together regular to undertake activities with all the children who were all in a similar situation with mum and/or dad out working. This has enable my daughter to build friendships from a young age which is something I am unable to cater for due to working.
Clares family are lovely and welcoming and not personally being a dog person, even Rocco I grew fond of, no doubt because he was better behaved than any child I have ever met on the rare occasion he would pop his head round to say hello!
Although professional in every way Clare, seemed to have an understanding that being a child is all about exploring, and that is certainly what my daughter has done under the care of Clare.
I could not recommend or praise her enough for the fantastic opportunity my daughter has had being able to share her childhood with Clare!
Thanks Clare x
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I can’t praise Clare enough for the outstanding and affectionate care she provided for my Daughter Lillie,
As a first time mum, going back to work was hard and I found it difficult to find the perfect childminder - until I found Clare.
Lillie was always well looked after and was treated as part of Clare's Family which was absolutely wonderful. Lillie adored all of Clare's family and also Rocco (the family dog). Having Lillie around Rocco also helped as this has made her very confident around animals and it was lovely to see how Rocco was so loving and patient with her also. I would always hear about how Rocco was Lillie’s best friend :)
Lillie started with Clare when she was 9 months old and was with her until she started school nursery at 3.5 years. It was devastating having to leave Clare- it was very hard on Lillie who often speaks about her all the time.
Clare provides a home from home environment and it was great seeing Lillie progress in to a loving caring little girl. Clare always had activities laid out for the children and has a fantastic back garden which was perfect for summer days. Clare also attended activities around the local area which included toy library and messy play and also took Lillie to the farm, local parks and the cinema (to name a few).
I don’t think there is enough words to thank Clare for all that she provided for Lillie. If I have any more children in the future – I know who defiantly to call :)
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I don't know where to start with Clare. She is just wonderful.
We have 2 children, aged 8 and 4. Our elder has been with her for 6 years and younger since he was 6 months.
We are moving away so unfortunately have to leave Clare. But there isn't enough words to recommend her enough. My children have loved going to her, they always did fun activities that were enjoyable and educational.
She has helped to develop my children both educationally and behaviourally, and we will always be thankful for her support and input into our children's lives up till now.
Her dog Rocco is a placid and gentle dog and our children loved him, which helped them to learn how to be comfortable and happy around animals.
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Our 10 month old son goes to Clare twice a week and has a big smile on his face as soon as he sees her. I cant recommend her enough, she is very friendly and caring and indeed provides a home 2 home environment for kids. I dont have to worry about anything at all when our little one is with her and have total peace of mind. She does various activities with the children, cant praise her enough.
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... highly enough!!!
She is just perfect. She is not only very professional but very helpful and friendly!
Our kids love her. The older one actually asks to go to her place and the younger one, when we arrive there, he is all laughter!
This alone is enough reason for us to love her!
If she has a place for your child, make sure you grab it and don't let go!!!!
Clare, thank you for everything you did and have been doing for us!!!
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