Almost 6 years ago as I prepared to return to work after having my first child, my search for childcare took me to the childcare.co.uk website wherein I happened upon Alison’s profile. It jumped out at me not only because of her vast experience but also for her fever for continuing her professional development above and beyond expectation. When I met Alison, it was obvious that her many accolades were as a result of her deep interest in the profession and her motivation to be the best she could possibly be for the children that are in her care. This was further emphasised when my daughter entered Alison’s setting and received such a high level of service in a very nurturing, caring and stimulating environment.

Since then, Alison has also cared for my two other children and in this time her devotion to her profession has never waivered. I have always received daily updates on activities (of which they are varied plenty), food intake (always homemade and nutritious), sleeping and general mood. And the photo updates Alison sends show me how happy he is in her setting (if his screams of excitement each morning and runs for cuddles weren’t enough!). Alison is always my first point of contact if I have any questions or issues relating to my child’s development and whether her advice comes through her vast professional knowledge or research she undertakes in the background, she has never failed to come up with solid, formative solutions.

I would happily recommend Alison to any parent who wants to return to work not only knowing that their child’s physiological needs are being met to an exceptional level but knowing that their child is in an environment which nurtures their creativity and stimulates their mind so they can flourish in these formative years and beyond. It is also extremely comforting, as a parent, to have someone on-hand who is so highly knowledgeable in her field.

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