Barbara has been caring for our son for 3 months now, he started with her when he was 11 months old. In that short time our son has completely fallen in love with Barbara, as has the rest of our family. We are very sad to be leaving her and are only doing so because we are moving (we would happily take her with us).

You could not ask for a better childminder. Barbara is so kind and caring, she really treats the children in her care like family. Our son settled with Barbara very quickly which was so reassuring as he had been stuck with only his Dad and I during lockdown. As first time parents Barbara was so helpful and took the time to answer all of our silly questions. She helped us to celebrated his first birthday which meant so much to me as I had to be at work.

She goes above and beyond in all aspects of her job. Barbara writes a very detailed account of their days together including how and what our son ate, naps, nappies and all of the amazing activities he has enjoyed. She often sends photos which I love as it can be hard missing things when working fulltime. Barbara never misses an opportunity to teach the children and does great work with the early years provision, as an EYFS teacher myself I really appreciate this.

Even in lockdown Barbara keeps the fun going with baking, music time, woodland walks and so many more fantastic developmental activities. After only a few weeks with Barbara our son went from taking his first steps to racing around confidently. 'Barba' was our sons first word!

We could not have found anyone better to look after our son. Barbara's partner in crime (her cat Luna) is just as fantastic, she is great with the children and is helping our son learn how to care for and be gentle with animals.

I could go on and on about how fantastic Barbara is but when it comes down to it, our son LOVES her, he is happy to see her every morning and he is happy when he comes home. I know he is safe and cared for with Barbara and that he is having fun and learning. Barbara is always there for us as parents as well, we have the upmost confidence in her as a childminder, genuinely good person and friend.

Barbara we can not thank you enough, we will miss you so much! We look forward to keeping in touch and please know that one day when we return to England you will be our first call!

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