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4.93 out of 5
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SJ is an experienced and conscientious childminder. Her setting is really homely and we found it the ideal place for our little boy to go as a move outside the family home. She is so creative and does lots of lovely arts and crafts with the children, which she plans and themes carefully.
She’s really helped our son with his language development and with starting to learn how to understand and express his feelings. SJ worked hard with him to help him navigate the birth of his baby sibling. SJ is caring and engaged with our son and our family, which we appreciate.
SJ keeps us informed with regular updates and photos about what our son has been doing. She is proactive about contacting us with any concerns, relevant information or suggestions. She is very reliable and conscientious about her working hours.
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Rachel
on 19/03/2023
We feel very fortunate to have found SJ as our childcare provider. She possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience, is reliable, compassionate, and always has a smile on her face.
Our son started with SJ when he was just 10 months old and experienced typical separation anxiety in the beginning. However, SJ did an marvellous job of helping him feel comfortable and loved, and he now looks forward to going to her every day. She sends us pictures and updates regularly, which are not only reassuring but also a lovely touch.
SJ has given our son an excellent start in life. She introduced him to solid food, helped him learn to stand up, and provided a nurturing and safe environment. The children participate in various activities throughout the day, including art, story time, and yoga, and our son always seems content and well-fed when we pick him up.
As first-time parents, we have learned so much from SJ. She has shared invaluable information with us about games we can play with our son at home, and even provided us with alerts about bad weather or viruses. We are grateful for her guidance and support.
Overall, we are thrilled with the warm and loving environment that SJ provides for our son. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for outstanding childcare.
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Tan
on 17/03/2023
SJ is not only an amazing childminder who is caring, supportive and kind, she is dedicated to delivering the best environment for your child to thrive in. I have never felt more assured of someone looking after my 2 year old son who is fearless and has tons of energy. She provides a calm, safe and nurturing setting in which he continues to thrive every day. They do something active, creative and curriculum based every day all in line with his correct development stages. His progression is great and monitored very professionally. We receive updates every day including photos, reports and general communication throughout. I cannot recommend SJ enough and would be happy to speak to any parents.
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Louise
on 11/05/2022
My son has thrived with SJ, we were so lucky to find her. He has had a few issues with his speech post lockdown and we could not have asked for more support with this, he is now a little chatterbox!
SJ is kind and caring and always incredibly professional and honest.
We will be very sad to leave her setting when my son starts School in September.
I very highly recommend!
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Sarah C
on 29/04/2022
SJ is a lovely, caring, warm childminder who obviously has the children’s best interests front and centre and is dedicated to her work. Our son really enjoys his days with her and brings home lots of lovely pictures, craft activities etc - she is very creative! SJ has worked with him and supported him to develop his language, counting and colours too. He learns so much in her setting.
SJ has always kept us well informed of what she does with the children day-to-day and regularly sends pictures or details of activities they’ve done. She is reliable and gives plenty of notice of holiday dates etc.
We are delighted to have our son looked after by SJ and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.
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Rachel
on 10/04/2022
Sj is amazing we are so lucky we found her! My son has been going to sjs for over a year now and we are very happy! She goes out of her way for children to learn, our son always comes back with something he has made or baked or grown. Our son absolutely loves her and loves coming to her house. He has learnt so much in her settings we notice it each day! I love how she takes the children out for walks or the park it gets them out. Our son constantly talks about Sj at home. She is a lovely kind caring lady and has been very supportive to me and my husband in a family bereavement. We are all so lucky to have met her and we are very grateful for her. Big 5 stars for her. Definitely recommend her.
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Barbiek
on 05/04/2021
SJ is an amazing childminder to our now 1 year old son. She is so caring and passionate about the service she provides, always studying new courses and keeping qualifications up to date. Her meals are nutritious and every day is filled with fun, learning, playing and creative activities. I cannot recommend her enough.
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Louise
on 05/04/2021
Sj is amazing we are so lucky we found her! She is one in a million childminder. Our son absolutely loves her and loves coming to her house she really goes to a lot of effort with the children on their learning our son started just before his 2nd birthday in September and he has really come along way he’s learnt so much. I love how she takes the children out to the farm or the park it gets them out. Our son constantly talks about Sj at home. She is a lovely kind caring lady and has been very supportive to me and my husband in a family bereavement. We are all so lucky to have met her and we are very grateful for her. Big 5 stars for her. Definitely recommend her.
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Barbiek
on 02/03/2020
Our twin boys have been at SJ for a year and over this time we have seen them develop in her care. She is warm, caring and kind, and on many occasions gone above and beyond the call of duty to support us. We are very grateful for her flexibility and treating our boys like her own children. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone.
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on 22/07/2018
I have sent both my girls into Sarah’s setting.
I have found Sarah to be extremely flexible when she can to accommodate last minute changes. I have always had a great relationship with Sarah, she gives regular updates on what the children have eating or been doing.
I sent my eldest daughter to Sarah until she left for Pre-school. I couldn’t imagine using anyone else for my next daughter and I was lucky Sarah had space. Both my girls have been very well cared for. Sarah treats them like one of her own, she is very nurturing. Being a mother herself it comes very naturally.
I can see my children love going to Sarah’s house each day – when we arrive my youngest daughter gives her a big smile and arms out for a hug. And when I pick her up she is all smiles and waves good-buy.
Sarah brings the children outside for walks in the park and to the local Willows Farm regularly and is keen to work on development esp arts and crafts. She enjoys getting messy with the children. I notice this when my children repeat what they have learnt in Sarah’s setting.
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on 28/01/2018
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Starblue
on 22/03/2018:
Thank you for the lovely kind review it means a lot to me. Sarah-Jane
My little girl went to Sarah for 3 mornings a week until she started Pre-School. Once I dropped my daughter I have every confidence that my child is well loved and cared for.
Sarah takes them out on little trips to the farm and to the park. It’s the individual care that I loved most about Sarah, each child is special to her, something you can’t buy.
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Laura
on 04/05/2017
I can recommend Sarah Jane to any parent. She is professional and always on top of things. my son is happy and always has a smile when with her.
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Julia R
on 13/02/2017
Sarah-Jane has provided my child with top rate childcare. She loves going to Sarah Jane and never looks back to see if I'm leaving. Shes excited to be dropped off there and not at all worried when we leave her, which is a major relief. Sarah Jane provided food, entertainment and outings all as part of her services. My daughter is very happy I would recommend her without hesitation or reservation.
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rpater
on 08/02/2017
My two children aged 9 and 5 years have attended SJ Childcare after school for the past 18 months and are extremely happy there. SJ offers a very warm, caring and homely environment for my children after school (and when needed before school too) with very good home cooked meals. I recommend 100%.
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on 07/02/2017
My little girl has been looked after by Sarah-Jane for almost a year now. From our first meeting with Sarah-Jane, we found her friendly and trustworthy. My daughter loves being looked after by Sarah-Jane and never cries on drop off. In fact, I was expecting a settling period in the first couple of weeks but instantly my daughter felt comfortable in her care. Sarah-Jane is calm, friendly and capable and I wouldn't think twice about recommending her.
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on 07/02/2017
