I contacted Claire a few years ago as I needed a childminder. I would much rather use a childminder than a nursery as I prefer my children to be looked after in a home environment.
Claire came highly recommended and was so warm and welcoming. The children took to her straight away, and loved playing with the other children. They were always happy to go, Claire took them on fun outings and would do lots of activities with them and they were full of stories about their day when i picked them up. I love cooking at home and was pleased that Claire would provide them with a lovely fresh home-cooked meal very day. They would even make comments later on, that they wanted me to make "Auntie Claire's stew"!!
Communication was always really good with Claire as she would tell me about the day when I picked them up and the children developed a really close relationship with her and the other children. As a result, we have been close friends ever since!
Claire has two fully-equipped rooms that she uses for childminding, with lovely toys for the children to play with.
I strongly feel that she goes over and above what she is required to do as a childminder, because she genuinely loves looking after the children and this is plain to see in the way they respond to her.
Claire is a Mum of 4 herself and I have always been amazed at how calm she is. She is a natural!
I work from home now, so no longer need a childminder, but would encourage people to contact Claire if they want the best care for their children in a family environment.