Katskids's Reviews

All we could ask for and more

Before Catherine, JR had never been looked after by anyone other than myself, his dad or his granny. We expected it to take a while for him to settle in but he adjusted incredibly well and quickly.mi feel that this was largely to do with Catherine's attentiveness and the flexible and personalised approach she uses in her role as a childminder.

Her home was always clean, tidy and full of suitable toys to entertain JR and assist in his development. Before JR started, we met with Catherine at a local playground close to her home and then in her home, her flexibility to met initially outside her home was a great help. We discussed her policies and procedures and her background and training. It also gave me a chance to observe her interacting with JR. Her professionalism and wide knowledge of appropriate procedure was impressive and she answered any questions I had comfortably and openly. I liked the way she communicated with JR, their interactions appeared mutually enjoyable and relaxed.

In the time that Catherine had been looking after JR his speech has developed greatly. He frequently sings songs that Catherine had taught him and I believe her chatty, friendly personality has played a huge and important role in developing his communication skills. I'm also impressed with the way Catherine uses journals to communicate further with me about JR's time with her as well as his progress allowing myself and Catherine to monitor JR's development. I find it very reassuring that Catherine uses all her resources and openly shares all JR's progress so openly with me.

I was sad to see the end of her caring for JR but it was time for to start school. Catherine has truly been a huge asset to JR and she truly has been all we could have asked for as a childminder and more.

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by JR_care about Katskids on 26/01/2015

One of the family.

I first met Catherine when I was looking for childcare for my then 2month old son. Her warm and friendly nature put me instantly at rest that I was leaving my son in a safe and nurturing home. I couldn't have asked for a better childminder.
Over the past 3 years Catherine has cared for my son, encouraging his development and taking him into her home as part of the family. Raising a child can have many challenges but Catherine has been there beside me to offer support as well as follow through with my views and offer solutions in helping to get through such challenges.
After a short break apart, when Catherine had her own daughter, my son returned to her care. Having missed her greatly. I now have a second child and if it hadn't been for Catherine's relocation she would have gone into Catherine's care as well.
We were all sad to see her leave Reading as she had truly become part of our family, and us hers. If you need a safe and loving home to place your child then look no further. She will provide your child with a safe and fun place to learn and play, while your safe in the knowledge that your child is being cared for like one of her own. Catherine was my greatest find and she'll be yours as well.
Good luck in your new home, Catherine, and I hope this review helps any parents looking to find an amazing childminder.

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by Parent about Katskids on 30/12/2013