Latest Reviews
Here are some of the latest reviews that we have received from parents who have used childcare providers and tutors listed on Childcare.co.uk.
We’re thrilled to share our experience as Emily moves on to preschool! From the moment I returned to work when she was just one, Olivia has treated Emily like part of her family. Emily absolutely loves spending the day with Olivia, and she enjoys her delicious home-cooked meals. Olivia has nurtured her and taught her so much along the way, and Emily adores her. Honestly, we have been incredibly impressed with the care Olivia has provided. If you're on the lookout for a childminder, do pop by and see Olivia! The moment you step into her home, you’ll feel the warmth and comfort. It was such a relief knowing Emily was so well looked after. Thank you for everything, Olivia!
Simon has taken care of my three boys, for three years now. He is caring, always on time and the boys love having him around.
I have a son with special educational needs Simon has a positive attitude and understands
my son's needs, I always feel confident leaving my boys with Simon.
Jess
We couldn’t be happier with the care our one-year-old son has received from Katie and Danielle & the whole team. As first-time parents, this whole experience was new to us, but from day one they’ve gone above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and reassured. Their communication has been excellent — we’re always kept in the loop about how he’s doing via a dedicated WhatsApp chat, and they’ve been incredibly thoughtful and attentive when it comes to managing his many allergies. It’s so clear that they genuinely care, and we feel incredibly lucky to have found such a warm, nurturing, and professional setting for our little one to grow and thrive. Thank you Oak Glen team so much for everything you do!
It is hard to sum up in a review just what a wonderful childminder Angie is. My daughter attended Angie’s from 10 months old until she was three and I can honestly say that she got so much out of her time with Angie.
The range of activities Angie undertakes with the children is amazing, and my little one was always so excited for her ‘Angie days.’ Angie has the patience of a saint, and is so imaginative, fun and creative – my daughter absolutely adores her and despite being at school nursery for several months now, she still talks about her all the time!
Angie’s communication with parents is also fantastic – which is so important when you’re leaving your child in someone’s care. She has a great private facebook group for parents which is updated regularly with photos and updates of what they have all been up to – I absolutely loved this.
My daughter thrived in Angie’s care and I feel so grateful that she was able to attend her setting during those early important years of development. Knowing that she was so well looked after was such a comfort, and when it was time to leave, it was a really sad day for all of us!!
We had the pleasure of working with Vithuza over 5 days during March and April
2025, and found her to be a wonderful caregiver. She has a very kind, caring and
playful manner towards children. She demonstrated a very gentle and intuitive
approach towards our 7 and 3 year old, who have additional needs.
Vithuza was very easy to work with - communicative, asked questions, asked for
feedback, and always thoughtful. She went above and beyond, doing her own
research and reading to better support our family, and was even willing to try to
adjust her schedule to help accommodate ours when possible.
We are grateful for the time we had with her and highly recommend her to any
family looking for a reliable and compassionate nanny.
Jennifer M.
E17
My daughter has been going to Caterpillar Daycare for 8 months now and she absolutely loves it and is thriving!
Zee is so loving and caring towards my daughter I feel so comfortable leaving her in her care.
My daughter has come on leaps and bounds since going to Zee, her speech, counting, problem solving all developing so well.
Zee constantly keeps us updated on how my daughter’s day is going and on her progress and activities.
I cannot recommend Zee enough and am so grateful and thankful we found her!
As a single mom of two working full time, finding someone I can trust to care for my children has always been a top priority. Becky and Rhys have been an incredible support system over the years—having looked after my eldest and now continuing to care for my youngest.
Their communication is always clear and consistent, which gives me so much peace of mind. They’re also incredibly flexible and accommodating, which is a huge help when juggling work and parenting. Most importantly, they’re reliable and genuinely care for the children they look after.
My daughter enjoys her time there - she’s made lovely friends at the setting and always comes home happy and full of stories.
It’s such a comfort knowing she’s in a safe, caring environment where she feels settled and included.
I’m so grateful for the positive and nurturing environment they provide, and I couldn’t recommend them more highly to any parent in need of childcare support.
virgomum
I can’t begin to say how warm and welcoming they were to my boys.
They were a bit apprehensive on starting nursery, having no experience before. Little did they know they had the comfort of Nav, with very regular daily updates and trips to the park my boys are always very happy. They always come back with all sorts of arts and crafts and cards, they also work on cognitive skills. I can notice their speech and confidence improving since joining. I would also like to add that Nav is very flexible for people who work shift patterns as long as there’s enough notice she is able to work with you.
100% recommend this is a lovely, safe and happy place for all children!
We are so lucky to have found Pippa to look after our daughter and son. The kids are always eager to go to Pippa’s house, which says it all really! She provides a really warm, loving home from home experience for the children. She plans a range of enriching experiences and activities, catering to the individual child’s interests and needs, and the days are full of fun. Pippa’s energy never fails to amaze me! Communication is always excellent, and I know our children are well looked after, safe and loved whenever I drop them off at her front door.
Bulmans
Our little one started at little bears after having a difficult experience with another childminder. I was immediately at ease with Clare and she settled right in. Little bears is truly a home away from home for little ones. They treat them like their own and my little one came home every day happy and telling me stories of their adventures. They are always playing outside in nature and Clare’s knowledge of child development really shines through. Our little one has learnt so much in her time there. We have only left due to our daughter starting big school, I could honestly say if I could keep her at little bears forever I would!
I couldn’t recommend little bears enough, they have been the most incredible childminders and made us feel so at ease leaving our child in their care.
Our son has been with Julie for almost three years and we have been so happy with his time in her care. Julie provides a safe, calm, happy, and loving environment - a real home from home. The children have a lovely mix of play activities at her home combined with trips to local parks, libraries, toddler groups and garden time. Our son who started off as shy has developed in to a sociable, confident and chatty little boy. He is also really sociable, which I credit to his time with Julie and the strong friendships he developed with the other children. Julie also has a magic touch and has supported us with any wobbles along the way such as potty training. She is so experienced and nothing phases her! Alongside this, Julie is just a lovely, warm person to work with and she has been so supportive of us as a family when we've needed her. She is also very reliable and we love the photos and updates on Baby's Days.
There were tears from me on our last day and we can't recommend her enough.
Our now 3.5 year old has been with Charlie from 10 months. We looked at both nurseries and childminders in our search for childcare but immediately upon meeting Charlie knew she was the right choice for our family.
Charlie is warm, enthusiastic and has such a natural way with children….our daughter warmed to her immediately and continues to love everyday she spends at Charlie’s house.
Spending time with other childminders and their children, our daughter is extremely social and confident whilst also benefitting from the home-from-home comfortable familiarity that only a childminder can offer.
As well as daily updates provided by Charlie, we learn all about the developmentally-focussed and different fun activities she does daily when she gets home…and what home-cooked meal was on offer!!
Whitney and her Mum provide a caring, fun and thoughtful setting close to lots of local amenities for the children to enjoy. They communicate frequently and value family flexibility and support.
Our daughter joined at 10 months and has loved her time there. She enjoys trips to forest school, playgroup, picnics and the occasional lunch at Nando’s :)… although the delicious home cooked meals are not to be missed. When not on trips there are plenty of stimulating activities to be enjoyed in the lovely setting itself.
Although our original plan was to send our daughter to nursery we are delighted to have found Haven House. It turned out to be the better choice for us and our circumstances.
We cannot recommend Haven House enough.
Amy
I cannot recommend Little Squiggles Childcare enough, and especially the incredible childminder - Esme. From the moment my daughter started attending at just 6 months old, we have felt nothing but confidence and gratitude for the care and nurturing environment provided. Now, at 6 years old, our daughter has still be attending during school holidays. She thrived under Esme’s guidance, growing into a confident, curious, and happy little girl.
Esme at Little Squiggles truly goes above and beyond. She has been a constant source of warmth, kindness, and encouragement. Every day, our daughter looks forward to her time there, and it’s clear that she’s not just cared for, but deeply valued. The communication between us has always been excellent — we received detailed updates on our daughter’s progress, activities, and milestones, which gives us peace of mind and ensures we’re always in the loop.
The activities and learning opportunities provided at Little Squiggles have been fantastic. From arts and crafts to outdoor adventures, Esme really knows how to balance fun with educational moments. Our daughter has learned so much, and it's been wonderful to see how much she’s enjoyed every aspect of her time there.
It’s hard to put into words how much we appreciate all the love and care our daughter has received. Little Squiggles has been a huge part of her childhood, and we are so thankful for the positive impact Esme had on her development.
As an Early Years Practitioner myself in a mainstream Primary School, I have always 100% trusted Esme with my beautiful girl.
If you're looking for a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for your child, Little Squiggles is absolutely the place to be!
I would like to wholeheartedly recommend Maria as a private tutor. She has been working with our 8-year-old son, who is on the autism spectrum, for the past five months, and the progress we have seen in that time has been truly remarkable.
When Maria began working with our son, he faced significant challenges in phonetics, reading, comprehension, and writing. Since then, we have noticed consistent and meaningful improvements in all areas of his learning, as well as a growing sense of confidence and self-esteem.
Maria is an exceptional tutor—always punctual, thoroughly prepared, and deeply committed to her work. Her kind, calm, and positive attitude has made a significant impact. She uses a variety of effective techniques to keep our son engaged and motivated. It's clear that she has extensive experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), and her approach is both professional and compassionate.
Beyond the tutoring sessions, Maria has also provided us with invaluable guidance and support. She has shared practical advice on how to navigate school systems, work with SENCOs, address behavioural challenges, and even consider school changes when necessary. Her insights have empowered us to better advocate for our son and support his needs at home and at school.
We are truly grateful for Maria’s dedication and expertise. She has made a lasting impact on our son’s learning journey, and we recommend her without reservation to any family seeking a skilled and caring SEN tutor.
I honestly can't recommend Rhys and Becky highly enough. They’ve been absolutely amazing with looking after my daughter. From the very beginning almost two years ago since she started with them, they've made her feel so welcome and comfortable, and it’s been such a relief knowing she's in such caring and capable hands.
Elsie loves spending time with them, it's clear how much she enjoys her days there, and it’s lovely to see her so happy and settled. Rhys and Becky always create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment, and I really appreciate how they encourage her development and support her individual needs.
As a single parent who works shifts, I can't thank them enough for their flexibility and understanding. They’ve been so accommodating with my changing schedule, which has taken a huge weight off my shoulders. It’s hard to find childminders who are not only brilliant with children but also so reliable and supportive.
Thank you, Rhys and Becky, for everything you do for Elsie, you're truly a big part of her life, and I’m so grateful for the care and love you give her.
Ria55
