Barbara has been my childminder since my son was 9 months old. He is now 4½ and an animated, confident and talkative little boy, starting Nursery full time in preparation for Primary School in September.

I like most mothers was apprehensive about going back to work and leaving my son after my maternity leave had finished. He was very much a mummy’s boy and hadn’t been left before but Barbara was brilliant! She smoothed the transition for me, sending me updates and photos throughout the day, giving me the reassurance that I needed. He settled well and quickly which I feel is a reflection on her.

Barbara is always out and about taking the children she cares for to all sorts of different places from the farm, aquarium, park, music/dance/play groups even the seaside to name just a few. I am so pleased my son has been given the opportunity to do so many things whilst away from me having the peace of mind he is safe and well cared for. He has always really looked forward to his days with Barbara and has enjoyed many summer afternoons helping her husband in their beautiful garden. He has had a wonderful start to childhood with Barbara and WE will miss her very much.

I couldn’t recommend Barbara highly enough, she is a lovely, kind, fun loving person who is full of energy and absolutely brilliant with all the children she looks after. Since my first week with Barbara I have had peace of mind that my son was well cared for, and all his needs were met and this has continued over the years. Barbara has always worked extremely hard to accommodate mine and my husband’s working schedules and has always been flexible when needed.

Thank you Barbara for all you have done you really are one in a million.

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