Cherished's 5 Star Reviews
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This childminder service receives overwhelmingly positive reviews. Parents praise the warm, nurturing environment, describing it as a second home for their children. The staff are commended for their genuine care, educational approach, and regular communication with parents. Children reportedly thrive, developing social skills and learning through varied activities. Many reviewers express gratitude for the excellent care and highly recommend the service to others.
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A huge thank you to Nanny Pat, ,Pop, Auntie Vicky, Auntie Jane for the amazing work what they do every day for the children. All of them truly care about their children in care. The environment is just amazing as they are. I can highly recommend them to anyone , especially who is really worried about the first big step in their child or children’s life.
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Renata
on 01/07/2023
I have had the privilege of entrusting my son and daughter to Cherished Childminding for the past 5 years, and I can confidently say that it has been a wonderful experience. Cherished, whom we consider part of our extended family, has created a warm and nurturing environment that has truly become a second home for my children.
One of the standout qualities of Cherished (aside from the amazing food – so I’m told every day by my children!) is their ability to create a simulating and educational setting. My children have learned so much over the years they have attended, which has set them up ready to start school with ease.
Cherished is committed to open communication, with regular updates via the daily diary, newsletters, pictures sent throughout the day, or a good chat at the door upon collection! Safety is a top priority for Cherished, who maintain high standards of hygiene and safety, which leaves us feeling confident the children are being well cared for.
What truly sets Cherished apart is their genuine warmth, love and affection for all the children, treated as if they were their own. They have created a close-knit community where my children have developed beautiful friendships and life long memories. I wholeheartedly recommend this childminder to any parent seeking a truly wonderful and trustworthy childcare provider.
A huge thank you to Nanny Pat, Pop, Aunty Vicky & Aunty Jane for all your have done for our family
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Chelle
on 31/05/2023
We are so happy with the team at Cherished and the care they have provided for both of our girls. The approach is kind with lots of learning and play, helping the children develop their physical skills, mental skills and social. They’ve also helped me as a mum figure out lots of parenting stuff that can be so confusing at times.
Our girls love the team and feel safe which is so reassuring as a mum. Both of my two will be at school soon and I know that they have had the best start possible by being at Cherished.
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Alice
on 27/05/2023
Cherished Childminding Services is such great childcare services. It’s such great extension to that homely feeling for my kids. Nanny Pat and team are fantastic with the kids and really know them personally. Communication is great and regular via phone, diary, Whatsapp and verbally at pick up and drop off. They’re so understanding and supportive of working parents’ needs. The setting is clean, safe and welcoming for the children. My children have made friends they talk about all the time and are happy. They’re very diverse and culturally aware and adaptive to cultural needs. Also, they provide excellent programs and healthy eating for children. I have seen great progress with my children’s learning, my older one who’s starting reception in September knows his alphabet, colors, numbers and how to spell his name. Festive seasons are the best, children get presents and have parties and they absolutely love it. I am really happy with the services and grateful for all that Nanny Pat and team do for our children.
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Mah
on 26/05/2023
Cherishe Childminder has been a wonderful, positive place for our kids, and we can't thank them enough for everything they do for them. The staff is fantastic and welcoming; You can tell that they truly care about all the children in their care. The environment is very clean and safe. They also encourage healthy eating and feed the children nutritious and healthy foods. Their programs are fantastic; our kids learn so much and seem to have a lot of fun. The communication is excellent and transparent about everything. They communicate with us verbally, by text message and through a diary. I highly recommend their service to everyone, especially the mothers who are always so worried about their little ones. Thank you for all you do for our kids.
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Jasmine
on 26/05/2023
Nanny Pat and her team welcomed our son with open arms and made him feel welcomed. I remember he didn’t want to leave on his settling in day which was just 3hrs. Our son’s social interaction went from 1-10 within a short period of time. He was slightly behind in a few things when he started but I can say he’s now caught up with his peers and even surpassed them in some instances. Nanny Pat, Pop, aunty Vicky and aunty Jayne are the best in what they do. They also offer an early start and late finish as we usually need to leave home early and sometime return late. Our son is going to the big school in September but we can proudly say Nanny Pat and her team has provided him with the foundation and skills he needs to transition into the big school.
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Jummy
on 25/05/2023
This review is long overdue but my little one was looked after by Cherished for the last 2.5 years. The team at Cherished cares about the kids they take care of and helps them learn and develop. I had a stressful second pregnancy with unpredictable hospital appointments and nanny Pat was so supportive and flexible with Oscar's care. They are like an extended family to me, as my little one talks about nanny and pop, and aunties Jayne and Vicky. I am super grateful the team at Cherished was able to take care of Oscar.
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yn234
on 25/05/2023
My son has been looked after by nanny pat and team for 2.5 years now and they really are home from home.
He used to be quite shy and reserved, but since attending cherished, he has really come out of his shell.
He is off to school in September and is so ready for it thanks to all the hard work nanny pat and co have put in - confident with writing his name, his numbers, alphabet etc.
We are given daily updates on what they have been up to via their diary, and photos are sent through regularly via WhatsApp showing us how much fun they are having.
I love that they are diverse and inclusive, learning about holidays such as Chinese new year, Diwali and Christmas.
Meals are provided which is great as some settings require you to provide own lunches etc. They are of great variety and include at least one hot meal a day.
Although my son will be heading off to big school in September, my daughter will be attending Cherished childcare when I return to work from maternity leave as we have been so pleased with the care they have provided thus far 😊
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Sharlie
on 25/05/2023
I am very grateful for everything Nanny Pat and her family do for my daughter. My daughter has attended Cherished Childminder Services for nearly a year, and she absolutely loves it. My daughter was very shy and quiet before attending now she is so clever and confident in everything she does. The team have given my daughter such a great start in life the routine they have got her into is brilliant for not only them but me as well.
I couldn’t thank the team more for everything they do and provide. The environment is perfect if your looking for something homely, family orientated setting, they have everything and have transformed their own house into such a great place for the children. The garden area is full of toys for all ages of young children.
Thank you for everything you do.
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Corinne
on 24/05/2023
My son is 3 and a half and has been cared for by Nanny Pat and the team since he was 9 months old as I work full time. The facilities are great, it’s clean, the kids are fed well, have lots of fun and are also provide early years education. They communicate through a diary as well as verbal updates. They also mark special occasions (recently had a coronation party), and will put on special visits for them such as having animals visit. Some of the children even went sledding in the snow when it was winter. My son knows his colours, numbers and entire alphabet already, he is learning to write his name, and he’s still got over a year before he starts reception! When he goes to school he’ll be going in the holidays and before and after school hopefully, as they are like a second family to him now. He comes out every day saying he loves it there, and he has made lots of friends in the other children too. I can’t recommend the setting highly enough!
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Nina
on 24/05/2023
The staff at Cherished Childcare have provided a wonderful learning environment for my son. As a parent, we receive updates via our phones and through a home school communication book. Our son has learnt new skills and comes home with tales of all of the fun he has had throughout the day. The facilities are very similar to what you would find at a nursery, there is never a dull day. The children are given opportunities to learn about the world around them through sensory play, arts and crafts, cooking, dress up and more. There is a lovely outdoor area with apparatus to help the little ones with their gross motor skills. Everyone is friendly and welcoming,
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Rose
on 23/05/2023
Pat and her family have been amazing with our son. I was so worried having to leave him and go back to work, but they made the transition so easy. I cannot praise Pat and her team enough. I know when I leave my son with them, I don’t have to worry, he in in good hands.
Our son really enjoys going here. I would recommend this to anyone looking for safe and friendly environment for their children. Always easy to communicate with the staff and they are always ready to help. Very pleased with the work they do so far.
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justina
on 28/08/2018
Nanny Pat and the team looked after my little boy, Lloyd, for 2 years. They took wonderful care of him and he absolutely loved going every day. He learnt so much and the activities offered are amazing. The kids love the garden and the cabin and they all have great manners and play together and share. They are a credit to Pat. I have always received great advice and communication and you can always rely on them to be flexible and understanding. If you are looking for a loving, homely environment for your little one, you will not find any better. We only left as we were moving away from the area, I wish we could have moved everyone with us!
Kath
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on 13/01/2018
Finding a responsible and committed child minder for my son was very daunting but once a I met Pat and her team and disussed my needs.I realise instantly that my son has found a second home. Pat is not only a "mother" to the children but the parents as well.
I would highly recommend her team to any parent because of the genuine love, care and support exhibited by them towards my son.
Chris
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Nana
on 02/01/2018
Excellent care of my 7 month old, Nanny Pat and family make sure he is well looked after and entertained, he is always smiling when he is here and doesn't mind at all when I go off to work. Really good communication about how he is and what he's doing through the day. They are very experienced and give lots of good advice. They are also very flexible about hours and holidays. So glad I found them!
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on 07/03/2016
Kids are very happy and took no time at all to settle in, would recommend to working familys , very supportive after school child minding service.
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on 24/02/2016
Pat and the team have been fantastic! As a first time mum returning to work I was apprehensive about leaving my daughter with someone else, and I can assure you I looked at many possibilities. However, once I found Cherished Childminding Services I knew I need not look any further! They have a brilliant child friendly, safe, homely environment that also feels like a nursery. There are plenty of activities for the children and Pop's Cabin is a massive source of entertainment on its own! The children still follow the same learning prgramme as a nursery which is important as you never want your child to miss out. For me though, I love the fact that all the children take part in each activity, no matter their age. It is a fabulous way for the little ones learning to share and wait their turn and for the older ones to realise not evrrything can go your way! I love that it is more of a close knit family feel. My daughter is always happy to go to Pat and the team and has come on leaps and bounds. All the children are very sweet and very well behaved. I also have to thank them for making the whole process of leaving my baby that bit easier! They send me photos of what she has been up to and she also has a daily diary (as does every child) so I know what she has been doing and learning. I would honestly recommend them to anyone looking for childcare as they have been brilliant and my daughter mostly definately enjoys her time there. As I said the best decision I could have made!!!
Evie-Leigh's mummy xx
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lesleyb1
on 10/05/2015
I think I have found the best place for my son. I cannot say with words how thankful I am for Pat and the Team for taking such a great care of him.
They are very friendly, helpful but on the other side they are strict on the right level, keeping the little ones disciplined. The varied tasks and activities they do day by day is amazing. My son met snails, chameleons, horses, owls, magicians, Santa, bunnies and lots more in the last 7 months since he is on this fantastic place.
Pat is keeping me well informed about what they do, how my son was participating, how he is improving or where should we improve. They are sending me pictures about the daily activities to make sure I know what is happening with him. I can see that she knows him, spending quality time with him every day. I am appreciating her wise advises.
I can only say the best about Cherished and thank them every day from all my heart. You are the Best.
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Eva
on 23/04/2015
I had always been apprehensive with the idea of using a childminder as previously I had only ever been familiar with a nursery environment. Having not been able to find the balance between local and a very good nursery I decided to explore the option of a childminder a bit more. From the moment I met Pat, Jayne & Vicky my mind was put at ease. I noticed that even at the settling session, Jack seem to really warm to them and the environment much better than he ever had done before; mind was made up there and then. Jack has been attending Cherished for a few months now and it couldn't be going better. He always talks about Pat and often asks if we can visit during weekend!
I am really pleased with the variety of creative activity throughout the day, and I have noticed how well Jack has come on because of this. I also like the firm but fair and friendly approach and that manners are always encouraged.
All in all very happy parent!
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on 01/04/2015
Our daughter has been with Pat, Victoria and Jayne since May last year and she has gone from a little girl who still hadn't learnt to walk fully yet, mix with over children, etc to doing all those things and more !!!
I was dreading going back to work but when we saw the change in her in just one week we were shocked !!!
She is now running around, you can have a conversation with her, dressing herself, making new friends, counting to 15 and so much more. Not only this but i have never heard of anywhere else who takes the children out for the day, hires entertainers, etc to come for the day, baking cakes and my fave has been many cards and pcitures which i shall treasure !!!
You also get pictures sent during the day of the fun they are having, as a full time working mum that certainly makes my day !!!
I cannot thank you all enough !!! xxx
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on 31/03/2015
We have 2 daughters, aged 4.5 years and 18 months, who have been with Pat, Victoria and Jayne, three times a week since October 2014.
With our eldest daughter starting school, and an imminent return to work, we needed a solution that would suit us all for day care for the baby, school drop off and collections and after school care, so we decided a child minder was our best bet. After visiting quite a few, we decided that Pat and the girls were the best fit for our family.
We have been really happy with the way the girls have settled in round there. Our youngest daughter is always full of smiles, we've never had tears at drop off time, and our older daughters asks everyday if she is going round to Pats house!
We are very comfortable leaving out daughters in their care, knowing that they are well looked after, cared for, enjoying themselves and happy! It gives us great peace of mind to know that when we are at work, they are in the care of Pat. Jayne and Victoria. Our little one is learning so much all the time and the girls regularly bake, paint and make things to bring home for us.
Thanks Pat, Victoria and Jayne!!
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on 23/02/2015
Both of my children, aged three and four are looked after by the great people at cherished child minding - Pat, Vicky, Jayne and sometimes Pops , since September 2014 and the both enjoy, my son talks non stop about them all at the good times they have. They staff have support both my children in their learning and development even when they have needed a little extra help and support. There have plenty of activities for the children to do. They come home with pictures of their work.
I also feel like if i had any problems all i would need to do is say then it could be worked out.
My little boy who is three and is very shy and they have supported and help him gain his confidence and helped him learn his numbers and and writing his name and with his potty training.
My four year is in school and goes in the morning and sometimes after school and holidays and she enjoys it to. I have told many people how lucky we have been to find such great people to care for our little people.
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on 28/01/2015
Both of my boys, aged 4 and 22 months have been looked after by Pat, her daughter Vicky and more recently Jayne, since September and I have to say that I was particularly apprehensive about using a child-minder as previously my children had always attended a private nursery setting, however with my eldest having started school, nursery was no longer a viable option. I have to say, having looked around at various different child-minders I believe I have made the right decision with selecting Cherished Child-minding. Initially Cherished Child-minding was formed of Pat and another lady called Alison, and I loved the fact that it seemed more of a crèche than just someone else's home, there are plenty of activities for the children to do, there are different corners and activities correlating to the EYFS learning (similar to in a nursery), each day has a different menu which incorporates healthy eating and includes each food group and everything appears to be well structured. When viewing different child-minders I also loved the fact that there were both Pat and Alison there and so there were more eyes watching and playing with the children. Unfortunately Alison left before the boys actually commenced, however they have both settled in really well and it's clear to see that there is a great team on board. Any teething issue has been addressed and resolved satisfactorily. The boys often come home with artwork and crafts that they have made that day. Pat often tries to incorporate themes into their daily activity which is great as this provides them with variety and a good learning experience. Both of the boys are always very happy when I leave them in the mornings and actually the problem is generally around leaving at the end of the day, youngest Son is always keen to stay or at least assert his independence about what he would like to do! :-) however once back in the car, my eldest regales me with stories of what they have got up to that day which is lovely to hear. So far, so good!
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on 29/12/2014
I found out about pat and her team through a mutual friend . Alice was an unexpected delight however with an 8 year gap between her and her sister I was even more cautious about sending her to a childminder (my eldest was always with her nan).
My initial impression of pats home was wow everything a child needs to play and learn.
Alice has learnt a lot from pat Victoria and Jayne she sings songs,counts, all the great things you look forward to your 2 year old to say,they even managed to potty train her in less then 6 hours.
Alice is a different child since going to cherish childminders and I couldn't be happier she bakes she has trips out even likes to help with housework now!
I would highly recommend cherish childminding to anyone they offer anything and everything a nursery could but with even more attention to detail and each child specific needs and requirements.
Many thanks for all you have done
Alice's mum x
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on 26/11/2014
I found information on Cherishe on this page. My son visited Pat and Alison a few times before he started regular attendance, and I saw right away that he really like it in there. I was afraid of the first days, this is my first and only child, he has always been with us,his parents ... My son received a great greeting, and I received support and understanding from the beginning! I see different activities every day, which are focused on children development, children have clear,simple rules and their individual needs are met. I see that my child is happy there-a very important factor for us. And I think, I trusted the right people in the care of my child!
Also, all documents relating to qualifications, Firs Aid, courses, are available at any time.
I highly recommend this place, I just could not find better!
Thank you!
Anthony's Mum
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