As a new mum I had no idea how to find someone to meet our childcare needs (being a shift worker with no family closeby) and put an advert out on this website. I waited a couple of weeks and then Allan got in touch with me to say he could manage my 13.5 hour day, with pick up and drop off home (I can't afford a car myself). So we met up and I knew pretty much instantly that he was the Nanny for us!
Allan has a fantastic way with our daughter, they bonded very quickly, and we have always felt that she is in very safe caring hands. I asked for an inspirational, outdoors kind of nanny, and Allan ensures she is always going on new adventures and he and his partner Debbie take the kids in their care to loads of places like Washbourne farm and Paradise park.
I like the fact that Allan works so closely with his partner in providing childcare, our daughter almost always has other children to play with on her one day a week with Allan. She is now very adept at going out to new places, and is always very keen to interact with other children, and I feel that her nanny has definitely contributed towards this.
On a personal level, Allan is always punctual and courteous. His easy going approach works very well with our daughter, although I know that if boundaries are needed he is able to provide a firm and clear 'no' when required - and stick to it!
In short - I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Allan as a nanny or childminder