Ruth was our family's first experience of a childminder setting and we have been really happy with the care she's provided our 3 year old, over his 2 years in her care. We're sad to be leaving and are only doing so as she's moving out of the area.

Ruth is a fantastic, passionate cook and goes out of her way to make sure our son ate a healthy, balanced diet whilst learning how to help prepare and enjoy food at the same time! Ruth keeps the kids busy, attending local playgroups and Library Rhyme times on a weekly basis whilst also organising other great trips like visiting local parks and playgrounds each day as a minimum. They often venture out further afield like to visit Father Christmas in December and the local Ecology Centre to explore the nature trails.

Ruth promotes a creative learning environment, setting up lots of different activities which are based on a weekly theme or development idea. The variation in activities she undertakes is great and really encouraged our son to try different things and learn as much as he could.

Most important to us, our son was so happy to arrive at Ruth's every day and we have seen his personality thrive in her care. It really felt like he was an extension of her family and we will all miss her!

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