SmileyB's Reviews
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(5 from 5 reviews)
My eldest (now turning 4) has been with Lydia since she was 10 months old and her little brother also from the same age. They have a lot of fun and learn so many new things, lots of adventures and have made great friends with the other children in the setting. Lydia puts a lot into her work and has a real emphasis on holistic learning which works really well.
Both of my children have been in super safe hands with Lydia and have made great relationships with her and her family.
Thanks for everything 😊
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As a first time mum struggling with postnatal depression, going back to work and leaving my baby was a HUGE thing for me. From the very first meeting with Lydia in her home I knew she was the childminder for us - her setting is welcoming and homely and I instantly felt more at ease about leaving my daughter with a stranger.
M has been with Lydia for the last three years and in that time she has amazed us daily with her development and understanding. Lydia offers so much more than just childcare, she has supported us through potty training, fussy eating, sleep routines and helped M reach her developmental milestones and get her ready for school in September.
Her cosy setting ensures that all her children feel comfortable and relaxed in her care and able to be themselves, and form little friendships with the other children in Lydia's care.
I would not hesitate in recommending Lydia as a childminder - for me personally, she was a lifeline when I was struggling, and offered me the reassurance that I needed and made my transition back to work much easier!
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Our son started with Lydia just after he turned 1 and has been looked after her for 18 months. Our second son is due to start with her this summer also.
Lydia is amazing, we couldn't be more pleased with the care and love she provides. Our son absolutely loves his time with Lydia. She knows him so well and for him it really is a home from home.
She always goes the extra mile to ensure he has a wonderful day. They regularly go on super trips out including to the farm, museum and local playgroups. At her home she has created a safe, enjoyable, enriching space. This includes rotating toys, setting out different play experiences each week and doing crafts, especially around 'special' days in the year - the beautiful home made gifts he brought home for my first Mother's Day made me cry! She has great outdoor space with climbing frame and bikes etc and they are outside in all weathers, which my son loves!
Lydia communicates really well and we love to see the pictures she takes to share their day and what they've been up to. He loves to be with the other children too and he talks about them all all the time, they are like a little family. He is thriving emotionally and developmentally and she without doubt plays a key part in this.
We couldn't recommend Lydia highly enough, she is wonderful.
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by
Heather
about
SmileyB
on 22/03/2019
Response by
SmileyB
on 22/03/2019:
Aww Heather thank you so much, that brought a happy tear to my eye. I love what I do and it is a real privilege to have the pleasure of caring for your children xx
Lydia cared for my son from about 18 months old until he started school.
I was apprehensive about putting my 2nd son in any kind of childcare as my 1st had been looked after by his grandparents. From the moment I met Lydia I knew she was going to provide the loving, nurturing care that I wanted for my little boy. She welcomed us both into her lovely, calm, peaceful home.
My son thrived in her care, Lydia always went the extra mile to ensure that his day was filled with fun, happy times. I was kept updated with what he’d done, what he’d eaten and was regularly sent pictures of him enjoying days out, crafting, playing, learning. I never felt the need to send him to a pre school as Lydia provided exactly that. He was regularly taken to toddler groups and she ensured he interacted with lots of other children. If I had any concerns Lydia always listened and would offer excellent advice. She’s thoughtful, never missed an occasion to make little gifts for my son to bring home. She’d spend so much time crafting but also teaching him the values.
He was more than then ready for school, by the time that came round. She is an outstanding, loving and very caring childminder, and all the children in her care are always very happy.
I couldn’t have asked for a better childminder to provide that for my son.
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I feel so lucky to have found Lydia to care for my daughter.
My daughter is cared for in a loving, homely and nurturing environment where she is loved as a mother loves a child.
Lydia goes that extra step with all her mindees, offering excellent care and attention and 1:1 support when needed. My daughter speech is advanced for her age and she knows many words.
My daughter loves being cared for by Lydia, she gets excited when we approach her house.
I can not explain how blessed I feel to have Lydia in our lives.
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