I feel very fortunate to have found Jean when I moved to Glasgow five years ago. She initially cared for my daughter while she settled into a new school, and laterally cared for my son.

My son has been in the care of Jean since he was four months old, it was nerve wracking at first, having to return to work when my baby was so young. Jean was fantastic, I gave her written instructions of when I wanted him fed and changed as well as his nap time routine, which she kindly followed exactly. As my son grew, Jean adapted to his needs, she helped and supported both my sons needs and mine as he moved onto solid foods, went through potty training, developed his speech and cognitive skills.

Jean, as well as her husband and her two grown up children have become part of our extended family.

Today is a bittersweet day, my son is starting his first day of school. We are all so proud and excited for him. However, this means his time with Jean has come to an end. We will be keeping in touch with Jean but she will be sorely missed, my son genuinely loves her, as she does him.

I would recommend Jean to anyone who asked. She respects the needs of her children and parents. She is kind and supportive and puts her all into her work. She is superwoman! I have never met anyone with as much energy as Jean! My son never had an opportunity to be bored, she fills every day with activities she plans both on her own and with childrens' and parents inputs.

Rainy days are usually spent with arts and crafts or baking. She has a fantastic garden with plenty of outdoor toys available for children of all ages to enjoy when the weather permits. My son regularly visited the library, toddler groups, breakfast clubs and occasionally soft play or swimming. Jean is on the ball when it comes to community activities and regularly attends fun days and meets with her child minding friends to enjoy days at the park.

Jean, we will miss you! You have played a huge part in all of our lives. We are both upset and excited that Hunter is beginning a new chapter in his life. But we will definitely still be around.

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