Next Steps Childcare

Wonderful and calm childminder

I met Suzanne at a local playgroup, not knowing she was a childminder. I saw how calm and kind she was with the kids she was looking after and asked for some advice on how to handle the ‘wonderful twos’. She really helped me handle my toddler’s tricky behaviour.

When I later decided to look for a childminder, she was first in my mind. Her demeanour is so incredibly peaceful and I wanted my child to be around someone like that. Having never been apart from him for long, I was anxious about the separation. I can honestly say that my son has thrived with Suzanne. He has never cried or resisted going in to her setting. He settles well every time and speaks highly of his time with Suzanne and the other children in her daycare.

I have felt very supported by Suzanne. She has put me at ease during this process and helped me learn about the best way to drop off my son.

It has been a fantastic experience for us both and I know he will miss going to see Suzanne when he starts nursery soon.

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by Becs about Next Steps Childcare on 17/03/2024

Professional and fun...fantastic child care!

Our little boy has attended next steps setting since 7months old attending 4days a week.

Suzanne combines learning through play, singing and dancing, reading and counting, mark making and outdoor play all with routines and structure which has helped our little boy develop in every way possible.

We look forward to photos and regular updates of his day including trips out to local play groups and the library. Suzanne has a flexible approach and currently supporting us with his potty training. We feel very lucky to have found a safe and nurturing environment for our little boy to grow. Would highly recommend!

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by Rebecca about Next Steps Childcare on 04/03/2024

Professional, caring and experienced childminder

My little girl has been going to Suzanne since we was 3 months old ad hoc and then regularly since March 2023. She has developed so much in her time with Suzanne and it is evident that she is learning lots from her experiences at this setting. Suzanne provides fantastic feedback daily and helps reassure anxious mums that their children are okay. She is very approachable and flexible in her ways. My little girl has enjoyed time at playgroups, singing groups and at the playground and continues to be happy and excited to attend. Suzanne always greets her with a warm welcome. Highly recommended childminder.

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by Mel about Next Steps Childcare on 14/09/2023

Caring professional provider

We have had our little one with Suzanne for nearly two years and we cannot be happier with how our LO has developed and thrived in her care. Suzanne is passionate about her role, and provides regular updates and pictures of the day and has always gone above and beyond with activities and trips out. Suzanne offers an intimate setting and is fully engaged with her children’s development and care. It is clear Suzanne cares deeply for all the children in her setting, and our LO loves to recall the stories about her day, and loves Suzanne. Suzanne provides hot meals for all the children, and is happy to accommodate for fussy eaters, like ours. Thank you so much Suzanne, you’ve set us up brilliantly for the future.

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by Tchatt about Next Steps Childcare on 30/01/2023

Amazing

My littlw boy started with Suzanne aged 3 after previously being at a pre school & realising that this wasn't the right setting for him.
I found Suzanne through childcare.co.uk website & arranged a visit soon after. My little boy went for a few settling in sessions which he loved so I took the plunge & signed him up to start Sept 2019.
He found his days there fun & interactive & was also taken out on trips often. Suzanne made him feel very welcome & in a calm setting as he was joining with 3 other children of mixed ages.
Suzanne provides daily updates through messages & photos of what your child is doing during the day, which puts you at ease & is lovely to see.
He flourished in the fantastic environment he was in & my only regret was that I didnt find Suzanne any sooner in his life.
If you are looking for a happy, stimulating setting for your child then look no further.

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by Stacey about Next Steps Childcare on 03/02/2021