Reviews for Childminder in Ipswich - Pat Hyam

Fantastic care for my daughter

My daughter has been with Pat since January 2015 and I couldn't be happier, I am about to have my second child so my daughter will be finishing with Pat this month while I'm on maternity leave but I'm keeping everything crossed she'll have availability again next year!
I couldn't of asked for a more fun, safe and caring environment for my daughter. Pat has supported us through out potty training, a fussy eating stage and encouraged her speech development hugely!
I would recommend her services to anyone.

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by Parent about Pat Hyam on 18/08/2015

childcare for Torrin

My son Torrin has been in Pats care since 2010. I am a single parent who relies on childcare in order for me to work, my son has now started school so i only have Pat in the school holidays due to the fact that my son and i couldn't give her up.
Pat takes time to know and understand her children, the fun activties, crafts, games and learning logs are great, Pat runs a happy house with a firm but fair policy which is spot on.
I can honesty say as a mother and single parent i would never have been able to work with out the help and support of Pat, Torrin and my self will miss seeing Pat on a weekly basis but very much look forward to seeing her in the holidays, well worth 5 stars and more.

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by Parent about Pat Hyam on 05/09/2013

First Class Childminder

Pat has looked after my son for the last six and a half years. During that time she has been one hundred per cent reliable, flexible and trustworthy. She is totally commited to her profession and to the health, happiness and well being of the children she cares for.

Her home environment is clean, warm, welcoming and fun, and the facilities she has for entertaining the children is excellent. She encourages creative activities, interaction with others and regularly takes the children for days out. She is also instrumental in developing good values, behaviours and kindness towards others. Pat has a wealth of experience and knowledge and on occasions she has even provided me with good sound advice and guidance on learning techniques to adopt when needed. ie. toilet training, discipline.

Whilst having to work, Pat has given me total peace of mind and the reassurance that Luc has been in the best hands. She is a positive influence and a very kind person. To anyone seeking a childminder I cannot recommend her highly enough. She is first class!

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by Parent about Pat Hyam on 28/01/2013

Highly recommended

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.

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by Parent about Pat Hyam on 15/11/2012

A Fantastic Childminder

Pat has cared for my 3 1/2 yr old girl for the past 2 years,

Pat has been a tremendous help toward me going to work, She helped with my early drop off as I have to travel to London and if some days I'm running late due to traffic etc Pat is always contactable to extend her stay.

Nothing is too much trouble, she is also willining to help where she can.

Katelyn my daughter absolutely loves going to Pat's and enjoys every minute she is there, from playing with the other children, to going to toddler groups and outings and loves Pat's outdoor activities and the fantastic alotment where she is learning all the time, especially about how to grow your very own fresh vegetables .

The environment is very clean, safe and homely, Pat has a very good empathy and undertanding of good manners which I feel is essential for any child, she is well respected and truely an expereiene person and has a wide knowledge and understanding from dietery, learning activities and potty training which was a breeze for my little girl.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Pat as a registered child minder.