We have been with Helen since 2020, and I would highly recommend her if you are looking for someone who is loving and nurturing, which for me feels like home from home. My children miss her when they’re not there, and sometimes don’t even want to leave.
For me I love that Helen has great structure to her day, with different activities and regular routines. She is in regular contact with a specific group of childminders, so it’s a lovely social network for the kids, making lovely little friendships. I think she has a great balance of outdoor activities, with indoor creativity and learning, and she updates with videos/photos and take home pieces of work. My favourite pieces are always Christmas, when she puts so much effort into getting the children to create take home pieces for display and keepsakes.
Her home is clean and tidy, and I was amazed by how well adapted it is for little people with age appropriate toys and activities out on display, and a downstairs toilet opposite the play area so there is never any need for the children to be out of sight. She has a lovely family herself and everyone has always been so friendly and make you feel at ease. I would definitely recommend Helen and honestly couldn’t imagine trusting anyone else outside of family to care for my children .

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