After visiting several childminders and nurseries for my eldest son (now 5) I hadn't quite found what I considered we were looking for. However after my initial visit to Kirsty's home, I knew that she was the one that I wanted to care for my son.

The environment felt like 'home from home' and I love how the children are able to use all of the main living areas. Kirsty has a wealth of wonderful resources to interest the children including an amazing garden (my boys love the outdoors!).

She is incredibly reliable and flexible and I don't know what we do without her! She now cares for both of our sons and they have always been very settled and happy. Kirsty is incredibly nurturing and knows all of the children in her care inside out. We consider ourselves very lucky to have found her!

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