Pat has looked after our 2 year old son Thomas since he was 9 months old and we couldn't be happier with her. She is extremely reliable and flexible which is essential for my work as a GP.

Pat is always cheerful and energetic and provides a happy and loving home environment for the children. She takes them on outings every day and they do many activities such as cooking and art and craft. She sets clear boundaries and teaches the children good manners.

Her home is always clean and tidy and she has a large garden with a play house, pet rabbits and plenty of outdoor toys. Behind her garden is her allotment where the children help her to grow vegetables and collect eggs from the chickens. She also has a lovely dog whom Thomas adores.

Thomas enjoys his days with Pat and has learnt a lot from her and the other older children. He is well on the way to being toilet trained which, having only just turned 2, we are very pleased about.

I would recommend Pat to any parent looking for reliable, high quality child care in a home setting. She well deserves her outstanding ofsted report.