Sophie Strickland (Sprinkles childcare) has been child-minding for my 2 boys (4.5 years and 2 years) for the past 12 months. My contract with Sophie is to be terminated as my eldest is due to start school and I have decided to take some time off work, so I no longer have a childcare requirement.
My husband and I have always been extremely pleased with the service that Sophie has offered. Sophie is very caring and has embraced the boys into her own family environment. Sophie is trustworthy, committed and we have felt very comfortable in leaving our children in her care.
More importantly our children love being with Sophie and both settled very quickly. This is testament to Sophie’s ability to offer them a structured yet relaxed and fun routine. My eldest attends pre-school during the mornings that he is with Sophie – and Sophie was able to offer us the flexibility to provide drop off / pick up’s.
My youngest started at just 12 months old and has built a strong bond with Sophie during this time. I know he will miss Sophie and spending time with her daughter.
When my eldest started with Sophie he had to transition from a part time nursery environment together with being at home with me during my maternity leave. He did this with ease and very much enjoys the “home environment” that Sophie offers. Sophie has a son of similar age and he and my child have become good friends.
Despite the age differences between the children in her care, Sophie manages to provide craft, visits, and entertainment that is suitable for all. Both my children talk very fondly of Sophie and enjoy telling me about their days.
I would highly recommend Sophie to others and if my own circumstances changed I wouldn’t hesitate to put my boys under her charge again.