Shirley and Gladstone have been like part of the family for us. My daughter Alice settled in at Shirley’s when she was 9 months old. Like most new mums, I was terrified about leaving my daughter with someone else, but I need not have worried, as Alice absolutely loves it!

Where to start…
The loving and caring environment that Shirley provides was what initially sold me on Shirley as the right childminder for me. However there have been so many aspects of Alice’s day that makes me so happy that Shirley and Gladstone are part of ours and Alice’s life. The attention, energy and structured activities that the children do is amazing, from painting, baking, singing, dancing, gardening (and growing butterflies from a chrysalis!), outings to the park, children's centre and bouncy castle. The children have such a fantastic time and absolutely love the energy and entertainment that Gladstone provides and warm and nurturing care from Shirley, together they make such a well rounded environment for the children.
The food is organic where possible and the variety and nutritious meals that are prepared are outstanding.
The updates we receive through the daily diary and whatsapp messages is really lovely to show what fun Alice is having each day.
Finally the pick up and drop off by Gladstone at our home made the transition back to work much more simple.

I can’t recommend them enough

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