I looked at and visited many childminders before making my decision and I am really glad I found Karina. My little one has been going to Heron's nest for over a year (since she was 2yo) and I could not be happier with the setting and the care Karina and her team provide to my daughter. She really struggled with separation anxiety and Karina was incredibly helpful and accommodating to make sure we could find a way to help her settle gently, adapting to her needs and helping her to feel safe. I love the gentleness of the setting and how children's emotional growth is fostered, this is something that is very important to me. They are also exposed to many activities and each week or month they have a theme they are learning about and some lovely project or artwork to take home. It feels like the best of both worlds, it is very much organised like a mini nursery so that children get to learn lots whilst also maintaining the personal touch that really helps children to thrive. I can see that my little one has grown in confidence so much and loves going to Heron's nest. I would highly recommend Karina and always do when asked by others mothers about my experience.

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