LITTLE DIAMONDS's Reviews

The Best Childminder in the World!!!

I am so happy we found Dawn, my little boy has been attending Little Diamonds for almost two years. He is really happy there, made loads of friends and every morning he wants to get in the car and drive to Dawn's.
Dawn is a true professional, she knows so much about Early Years framework and plans loads of activities to implement the framework and make sure that children are happy but also learn new things.
Its an absolute pleasure to work with Dawn, she is very friendly, professional and she truly cares about children. She is extremely passionate about her work and that's truly visible in the day to day activities. She has fantastic sense of humour and she is really easy to get on. Her setting is spotless and full of appropriate toys and books for children.
I would truly recommend Dawn to any parent, you couldn't ask for the better childminder and a friend to your child and family. Thank you Dawn for caring for Big Boy Bear :-)

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by Kasia about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 23/06/2020

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 23/06/2020:

Hi Kasia,
Thankyou so much for that lovely review I am so happy. Aneurin as made lots of progress and I have really enjoyed caring for him over the last two years.
I also am looking forward to carrying on working in partnership with you to. I think you all are a lovely family and I’m looking forward to continuing our work together.
You are a fantastic mother and a pleasure to work with.
Bless you all.
X X X X

Exceptionally brilliant!

Dawnie has cared for Connor since he was 10 months old. It is so hard handing your baby to someone you barely know and leaving them there which is why it is so important to have someone that you can see will do their Upmost you keep your child safe, happy and cared for!
We went to visit dawn and she immediately asked to hold our baby, she involved him in all our communication and we felt at ease with her.
Connor has now been going to dawn for almost 2 years. She puts lots of effort into planning exciting activities for the children, ensuring she is keeping in with Early years frameworks and governmental guidance.
She gives feedback and has lots of passion and commitment to her work, evident in her communication with parents.
We are so pleased we found dawn, our boy loves going there, he has thrived in this childcare setting and We don’t know what We would have done without Dawn. Dawn has worked all through the global pandemic of coronavirus and supported parents who are key workers also and has been adaptable and flexible in her hours to suit our childcare needs. Thank you Dawn for working alongside us and supporting us in our journeys as first time parents.

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by bunncat about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 21/06/2020

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 22/06/2020:

Hi Jen,
A million THANKYOU’S for your very kind review.
I am 100% committed to providing the very best childcare setting possible and keeping my children all healthy and very safe and working in partnership with my parents to bring out the very best in each and every one of the children I care for.
Connor is adorable and I love him with all my heart and I can honestly say Jen that you and Paul are the very best parents ever.
We as a team are bringing the very best out of Connor and he is always top of the class here in my setting. Connor is thriving and he is always so engaged in his learning and just so motivated and wanting to learn everything.
Connor is a very clever boy who as a very bright future ahead of him and I am so very pleased and happy to be on that journey with you all.
Thankyou to a very beautiful family.
Bless you all. X X X

Outstanding!

My son started going to Dawn from 14months and he’s still there.Dawn has being a blessing to us, because I wasn’t sure about him going to a childminder.
But Dawn made the transition so easy and successful.My son absolutely adores her,just the mention of her name(Dawnie) puts a smile on his face.He can’t wait to get in when I drop him off.He enjoys all the lovely activities and his music!
I will definitely recommend Dawn.

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by Rosemond about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 19/06/2020

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 20/06/2020:

Hi Rosemond,
I just want to say the biggest THANKYOU in this world to a beautiful lady who is the best mum ever.
I am so very grateful of your very kind review and it means everything and more to me to know that I am doing the best job ever. I want all my little diamonds to shine the very brightest in our skies above. Jordan is a beautiful little boy who brings so much sunshine into my setting and I love him dearly.
Bless you all.
Thankyou so very much.
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Dawn is a wonderful lady who has taught my daughter so many things ie: colours , numbers , singing nursery rhymes fluently, animals , shapes you name it .

My daughter adores her!!

I would recommend absolutely anyone who needs a childminder to look up little diamonds .

Everyday without a doubt my daughter comes home telling me how great her day was and that she misses dawn already. ( it’s been 5 minutes 😂 )

Thank you dawn for everything you have done !

We appreciate you ♥️

Azaliah & Jozaiah x

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by azaliah1 about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 19/06/2020

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 19/06/2020:

Hi Azaliah,
THANKYOU!
Thankyou so much for your very kind review.
My work means everything to me and more and just to know that I am doing a very good job and bringing the very best out of the children brings a very big feeling of satisfaction.
I love all of the children and Jozaiah is my little princess reaching for those magical colours in our rainbow.
Bless you all.
I am so very happy.
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Best childminder in the area

Dawn is an excellent childminder. She cared for my son back in 2014-15. She then started caring for my youngest daughter in 2017-2019. Both kids loved spending time with her.

Dawnie, as the kids know her, spends lots of time doing outdoor activities. Going to the park, exploring in the woods, picnics, playing in the garden and wooden playhouse.
She goes to soft play with other Childminder’s, meaning the kids all get to know one another.
As a regular visitor to the library, the children get to experience a wide range of books, as well as attending music time.
A rundown of the days plans at handover in the morning, and a few photos throughout the day keeping you informed as to what’s happened in the day.

I would recommend Dawn to anyone looking for a childminder.

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by MrsW_81 about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 29/04/2019

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 02/05/2019:

Hi Sarah,
Thankyou so much for your very kind review.
I have truely enjoyed working in partnership with you over the years and caring for both of your youngest children.
I have loved sharing all of Charlotte's achievements with you and I know she as a very bright future ahead of her.
Charlotte always strives to achieve in all seven areas of learning, she always shows great strength and determination.
I am going to miss many things about Charlotte , but I think the main ones will be hearing Charlotte leading the children and helping them to participate in our nursery rhymes.
Hearing Charlotte singing and watching her doing the movements to our songs always brought a smile to my face.
I would also like to say a very big THANKYOU to you Sarah for being a fantastic mother in helping me to bring the best out of your beautiful children.
I am going to miss you all.
Best wishes to a beautiful family.
XXXXXX

Excellent

Essa has been with dawn since 8 months old he really enjoys going there he is 4yrs now will be going to school but he will de dawn in the holidays he loves Dawn to bits it’s like she is his second mum dawn does a lot of different things with him including activities and learning things I couldn’t ask for the best childminder she been with essa looked after him and everything essa will miss her but at least gets to se her in the holidays Dawn is very flexible and it’s homely environment that’s why essa loves her to bits essA would definitely miss you loads xxx

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by Parent about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 08/07/2018

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 08/07/2018:

Hi Nadia,
Thankyou so much for your kind review.
I have cared for Essa since he was eight months old and have seen him grow from this little cute baby to a lovely young boy.
Essa brings joy and happiness to all around, and he loves to participate in all activities.
I have really enjoyed sharing all of Essa's achievements with his mummy and I am so grateful to be continuing on with Essa's journey.
I am going to miss many things about my beautiful shining star but I think mostly it will be not hearing Essa singing his favourite nursery rhyme song.
Five little ducks went swimming one day ........ he sings this every day. Lol
Being a childminder brings many rewards but it also brings challenges the hardest one is when it's time for a new chapter to begin in a child's life.
Though the years I have shared many emotions but I think the hardest one is saying goodbye.
I will be planning some amazing adventures ready for when Essa comes back in the school holidays.
Bless You.
XXXX

Will definitely recommend her to anyone

Eden has been in Dawnie care since she was 9months. She always looked forward to going to her care and the great outdoor activities that she has planned for the kids every week.Dawn has great communication skills with the chIldren in her care and treats each child like her own. Her flexibility makes it possible to work different shifts pattern and am always rest assured that my child is in the best of care. Thank you for having Eden for close to 4years now. She will miss you a great deal.

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by Parent about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 05/07/2018

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 06/07/2018:

Hi Syreeta,
I would like to say a big THANKYOU for your kind review.
Over the four years that I have cared for Eden I have seen her grow from a little bud in to a beautiful flower.
What I see is seven petals on this beautiful flower which represent all seven areas of the EYFS.
Eden is a strong, independent child who wants to learn and she always over comes any challenges set in the EYFS.
Eden is a very kind and caring little flower who will always bring a smile to your face through her achievements.
I have really loved sharing Eden's learning and development achievements and also working in partnership with Eden's parents and I am looking forward to continuing to help my little flower flourish.
Eden you are a bright and beautiful flower and I know you have a lot more to give and I am so looking forward to sharing that journey with you and your parents.
Bless you.
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Without doubt the best around

Dawn has had Ruby since 2015 after I moved her from a large nursery. I wanted the personal care and attention and this is exactly what Dawn gave Ruby.

She is excellent with the children and always has some great things planned to do such as outings and also creative ideas for their learning.

Dawn is very accommodating and flexible and always strives to help where she can.

Dawn approaches everyone with the same welcoming attitude and the children she looks after genuinely love her and look forward to spending time with her.

Ruby will certainly miss Dawnie when she goes to school.

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by Jovicker about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 25/06/2018

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 28/06/2018:

Hi Jo,
I would just like to say a big THANKYOU for your kind review.
Ruby as gone from strength to strength in her time with me and I know she as a very bright future ahead of her.
Ruby is one of the brightest children I have had in my setting and she as so much enthusiasm to learn. She always wants to help and shows great interest in all areas of learning.
I am truly going to miss my little bright star but I am looking forward to hearing about her future achievements.
I can honestly say over the last three years I have enjoyed working in partnership with ruby's parents.
I have great passion, drive and commitment to being the best that I can be and when I see a child continually achieving that gives me great pleasure in knowing I'm bringing the best out of that child.
As ruby would say
Clever girls go to that big school don't they Dawnie?
Start saving Jo.
Thankyou for choosing me to care for your beautiful daughter, It as been a pleasure.
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Brilliant

Dawn has been brilliant with my little one. He has had a wonderful few years and is ready for his transition into preschool. Dawn has been incredibly flexible around my shifts and any last minute changes and has always kept my little one busy. He loves telling what he's been doing all day on the drive home. She's very friendly, caring and helpful I would recommend her. :)

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by Parent about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 22/08/2017

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 23/08/2017:

Hi Becky,
THANKYOU so much for that lovely and very kind review.
I have really enjoyed caring for your adorable son Charlie and I am looking forward to staying in touch and watching Charlie blossom .
True little diamond.
XXXX

Wonderful

Dawn has been a massive help and a wonderful friend to my 6yro. Even after a change in circumstances he still asks after her and wants to see her which tells me he had fun with her and felt safe.
Very flexible and always willing to go the extra mile to help, I'd recommend her to anyone looking for reliable child care.

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by Parent about LITTLE DIAMONDS on 31/10/2016

Response by LITTLE DIAMONDS on 05/11/2016:

Thankyou very much Ellen. It was my pleasure caring for your lovely son Bryn.
He is a very clever and kind young boy who as a bright future ahead of him.
Bless him. X