My eldest child has been with Sarah for nearly three years (he's just left to go to pre-school) and my younger son is still with her now. She's an amazing childminder and I'm so glad I found her.

My first son started childcare with three miserable weeks at another childminder and thankfully I realised that there must be better out there and reached out to Sarah. He settled at hers within two visits!

She takes them to loads of different playgroups and does lots of special activity days with them - they've been to various museums and farms and soft-plays with her. Her home space for them is also lovely and full of toys and games, and is immaculately clean.

She's fantastic at keeping in touch with you throughout the day about what your little one is up to and sends lovely photos through to you. She's made some really special gifts over the years using the photos.

Sarah is always proactive in communicating any issues that come up e.g. if it's an appropriate time to potty train/any behavioural issues, and is very supportive and generous with her knowledge and experience from decades of childminding. However, she has always respected my choices/opinions.

She is incredibly helpful and my sons have both loved going to hers and ask after her when we're away on holiday and get excited when they know they're going to see her again. I know my eldest will miss her a lot and that my toddler will continue to thrive with her.

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