Julie Cared for my 2 daughters, 2 days a week, for 2 years.
Both girls were extremely happy and settled in Julie's care. My youngest daughter, having cried non-stop every day for weeks at her previous childminder, was instantly calm and happy with Julie from her very first day - quite a transformation!
Julie's setting is spacious, clean and tidy, providing a lovely calm environment for the children. She has a large number of toys, games and books, suitable for varying ages. She encourages the children to tidy up after themselves, helping install good habits.
She is always engaging the children in imaginative art and craft, cooking etc., projects, often timely for festivals, world events etc. My girls loved doing these and were always very proud of their work. It is also great that they are learning about cultures, history and the environment at the same time.
Julie takes the children to various groups on a regular basis where they are able to play with other children. She also often takes them on various outings. They have enjoyed trips to museums, parks, farms, the fire station amongst others. They always have a great time on these trips and I am very confident with how well they were being looked after.
The girls always came home on a full stomach having enjoyed a nutritious home-cooked meal that Julie had prepared for them.
I am extremely happy with the way my daughters have been cared for by Julie and would not hesitate to recommend her to other parents.

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