Soodi's Reviews
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5 out of 5
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This childminder and her team provide exceptional care in a loving, nurturing environment. They offer a wide range of engaging activities, both indoors and outdoors, that support children's development. Parents consistently praise the dedication, creativity, and flexibility of the staff, as well as the clean and well-equipped setting. Children are happy, thriving, and form strong bonds with the caregivers.
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Soodi and her team have been looking after our sons (3 and 18 months) for 7 months now and they are just amazing - we’re so happy we found them! The boys love going to Soodi’s and have so much fun there. Soodi comes up with so many different and interesting activities for the children (arts and crafts, sensory activities, music, celebrating holidays etc.) but also gives them lots of time for free play with really varied toys. There’s lots of education through play and the team make a real effort to adapt activities so they suit each child’s developmental stage which is great. We love that the children spend so much time outside in Soodi’s lovely garden too - there are even multiple paddling pools and sprinklers set up in the summer! We’re especially impressed with the brilliant trips Soodi arranges (sand pit, parks, farms, Kew Gardens, Bushy Park, etc.) - it’s great that they’re all out and about getting so many different experiences. The setting is lovely - clean, comfortable, filled with toys, but most importantly it’s so clear how much Soodi and the team love and care for the children. The boys are always excited to arrive and greeted with so much affection, and talk so often about Soodi, Maedeh and Arezoo. We’re so glad they’re being looked after so well!
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Rebecca
on 25/04/2024
Our daughter has been with Soodi for around 10 months now. From the start Soodi and her team have been amazing. They were both patient and flexible with the settling in period and did all they could to make our daughter feel comfortable. Over the past 10 months our daughter has developed in both language and interpersonal skills. Weekly our daughter brings home completed arts and crafts and we are sent pictures of her activities weekly.
We feel very lucky to have found Soodi and would not hesitate in recommending her.
The setting is bright, clean with plenty of toys. Our daughter is also regularly taken to parks and occasionally when weather permits they are taken to attractions that include Kew Gardens, Bushy Park and The Urban Farm.
She truly is one of a kind!!
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Alistair
on 18/03/2024
Our daughter has been at Soodi’s setting for nearly a year now and we feel so lucky to have found It! Soodi and her team are absolutely amazing. They do so much for the children, they are constantly doing fun and engaging activities and also taking them on days out (which is quite rare for childcare settings to do).
Our daughter has blossomed in their care. She is such a confident and happy girl and absolutely loves going there. She runs through to gate into their arms everyday. she really loves them all and you can tell that Soodi and her staff genuinely love all the children.
We get loads of updates with pictures and videos of what the children are doing which is lovely. I highly recommend Soodi. The setting the lovely and clean, it’s such a fun and creative environment for the children and they put so much effort in to filling their day with fun and love.
Thank you, Soodi xx
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GRivs
on 14/03/2024
We were incredibly lucky to have had Soodi and Angel Childminding recommended to us for our little boy, who was almost 7 months old when he started going to Angels'. The team is so gentle and loving, creating engaging and thoughtful activities for the children, centred around weekly topics which help them understand and navigate the world around them. I’m always so impressed by all the fabulous things Nico gets to try and the new skills he’s learned, and despite him being one of the youngest, the team always patiently helps him to participate and have fun with his friends.
The setting is immaculately clean, light and airy, full of toys and activities to stimulate and encourage development. It's lovely to see pictures of the children snacking on delicious fresh fruit and enjoying plenty of fresh air exploring the garden and local parks.
It’s truly heartwarming to see Nico clap and kick his legs in excitement when we arrive at Soodi’s every morning, a testament to how safe, secure and loved he feels with her and the team. I can't recommend her highly enough.
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FranceLA
on 18/01/2024
We really fell on our feet when we stumbled across soodi and her magnificent team. Our son stanley has been there for over a year now - four mornings a week - and he loves being with them. The attention to detail, creativity, gentleness and devotion is a joy to behold. Daily events and activities focused around seasons, public holidays, personal development and play are carefully thought through and conducted. Kiya and Maedeh, soodi’s co workers are outstanding too. Stanley runs into their arms and sometimes would happily just stay there when we go to collect him! Surely there is no greater testament to a group of childminders than your child wanting to stay when you go to pick him up!?
We would whole heartedly recommend them to anyone - he is looked after as though he is a member of their family.
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Olivia
on 12/06/2023
When my son was 9 months old we began looking for some help during the week and Soodi and her team were everything we were looking for.
They offer a warm homely feeling for the children and they are so well looked after and cared for we couldn't have asked for anything more. The children always have the best time and keep us updated through out the day on the lovely projects and activities they have been up too.
We couldn't recommend highly enough, they feel like an extended family to us.
Our son has come on leaps and bounds since being at Soodi's, he's become much more confident and chatty with other children and adults, and his developments and skills are getting better everyday and I really have them to thank.
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AliceB1
on 12/06/2023
Due to unforeseen and sudden circumstances in my family, I was in urgent need of childcare for my 10 months old daughter. I had her registered at a local nursery to start a few months later, and once I found Soodi’s Childminder setup, I decided to have my daughter start there. I am so glad I did. The setup is absolutely lovely, it’s clean, safe, and a very friendly environment. The Childminders are all super loving and caring, and they genuinely care for the children’s well being and development. They have great activities organized every day for the children which makes them super engaged and happy. They also communicate so well about what they do and how the child is doing there. My daughter was always excited to go there and I absolutely recommend this place. Unfortunately due to my work situation we had the move and change my daughter’s childcare setup, and I am yet to find a place as good as Soodi’s Childminder. I knew at the time it was very good, but retrospectively after trying a few nurseries, I now know even more how fantastic it was and I wish we could continue there.
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Elnaz
on 20/11/2022
Our daughter has been coming to Soodi and her team after school since she started in reception. They have a lovely, caring environment and Kiya provides great one-to-one tuition as well to help our daughter catch up after all the trials of covid.
A lovely place, our younger daughter will be going too when she's ready!
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RachelF
on 17/09/2022
Our son joined Soodi's setting 3 months ago at the age of 7 months, and we have been nothing but delighted with the care he has received. The environment is scrupulously clean, safety is assured and the resources are extensive. Our baby has formed a strong bond with the team and is always happy to be left with them, and they support us in helping him develop his skills. One of the things that has struck us most is how the children are taught kindness and consideration for each other, as well as all the EYFS requirements. We would not hesitate in recommending Soodi's setting to other parents.
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Madame N
on 10/09/2022
After a sudden change in circumstances, we were in a difficult position of having to find childcare for our 12 month old at very short notice. Thank goodness I found Soodi and her wonderful team.
From the moment I walked into her setting I instantly felt assured that my son would be happy, nurtured, and above all, safe here. The work they do with the children on a daily basis is not only fun and creative, but educational too.
Soodi and her team are so loving towards our son, it really is so reassuring and heart warming to see. At pick up time he comes back to us as happy as can be which tells us he's had a good day.
They send us videos regularly and use a secure, online journal to track his development which we as parents have access to.
Soodi also has our 3 year old during the holidays and he absolutely loves it there and literally asks every day when he's going back!
Thank you Soodi, Kiya and Maedeh for the amazing care you provide. Our boys love you all. I only wish we found you sooner.
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mekida
on 24/04/2022
Soodi is pure love and kindness. She and her team bring so many creative ideas, teaching and joy to the childrens days along with taking them out to the park, Kew Gardens and other outdoor adventures.
I know my son is safely cared for and always has something to bring home that he made.
It is the perfect in between a childminder’s and a nursery. It’s small and boutique, perfect for little ones.
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claire
on 13/03/2022
Soodi shows a lot of love and affection for all the kids in the setting and they are all very happy with her. Our son always goes there with a big smile. They do a lot of activities, indoor and outdoors and we get lots of pictures and observations. They have also been very supportive with all of our son needs.
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Esther
on 08/03/2022
Our son initially went to nursery that lasted 2 weeks. He cried so much on being dropped off and on return. It got so bad that he would even cry if were going out in general. We took him out and decided a childminder might suit better.
When I met Soodi I informed her of the nursery experience, she reassured me and told me we would settle him in at his own pace. As expected he cried the first day of settling in, she did not ask me to leave. By the end of the week and me staying he was happy to go! I couldn’t believe it, as I thought it would take age. Her calm, patient and friendly approach made him feel so safe and supported.
Soodi’s is so much more then a childminders. It’s an exceptional pre school. She has received an outstanding for a reason. When he started 8 months ago, his language skills were very far behind. Since starting here he is now 100% literate. This is due to his days being filled with wonderful activities indoors and out. At all times he is learning through play. Support staff engage him and strengthen his language skills through asking him many questions and explanations. The new dance classes have been a fantastic new addition to her establishment. He truly enjoys them and we get to watch everything he does everyday through the Tapestry website where she uploads his daily activities for us to see.
For the boy who would cry his eyes out at nursery, now wishes he could go to Soodi’s on the weekends! We are so happy we found this absolute gem of a service.
We would like to thank Soodi and the team for taking such good care of our little one and we have already reserved our place for our newborn to start for when the time comes. We wouldn’t go anywhere else! If you want the best childcare and educational facility, with total flexibility Angel Childminders is it!
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rae lewi
on 16/12/2021
Soodeh is taking care of my little Sarah since she was 4 months, it's been almost two years now. She is amazing , so flexible, friendly and you will feel that she is like a family member. She is also so professional, taking care of all the details for my daughter. Her daily program with the kids is full of fun and education. She is also so flexible and accommodates last minute change . She has an amazing team, they create a focused special activity for each child. She has a very clean dedicated place for child minding with lots of toys and facilities including a garden in which the kids enjoy playing especially during summer.
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Omnia
on 13/12/2021
As a first-time mum, I was nervous choosing a childminder for my son, especially as he had spent a full year with just me and his Dad due to Covid Lockdowns. From the first time I met Soodeh, I had a good feeling about her and her setting and all of my expectations were exceeded.
By his third settling in session he was going in with a smile on his face, eating well and napping, and coming home happy. Soodeh and her team genuinely care about the children and I love seeing the photos and videos of what the children have done each week. Arts, crafts, nature walks, music & dance, playing in the garden or one of the regular trips out to parks and playgrounds, their days are filled with learning and fun! You couldn't find a more loving and nurturing setting for your little ones.
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Kathy
on 23/08/2021
I am fulltime working mom of a 2 year girl .. :) my daughter loves Soodi and always happy and excited to be with her.
Soodi did excellent job in helping me out with weaning process and that was it she is my angel from that day until now....She always goes above and beyond my expectations and help me out in the best possible ways with my little one also she is very accommodating and flexible with last minutes changes and helped develop best possible routine for my daughter.
She does a range of amazing activities with kids ( which are very high standard and well thought out professionally catered for all the age groups ) which help them to learn and develop quickly while keeping the age level in mind for other children. She has amazing huge set up with a highly enthusiastic and qualified staff which is a plus :)
I absolutely recommend her to anyone who us looking for a first childminder for their little ones and look no further ...everything is sorted :)
thank you very much Soodi for being in our life and I appreciate all your efforts and the way you help my daughter in bringing her up is amazing and incredible...
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Drashti
on 16/08/2021
Soodeh has been looking after both my boys , one is now 7 and the other one is 1.5 years old . She started looking after my baby since he was 8 months old and it has just been amazing - the kids love her and she is literally like a family member . For my toddler I had initially started with 1 days/week but I have now changed it to full time (5 days/week) since the service is so good - my toddler comes home well rested, well fed, clean and above all very happy . She has lots of outdoor space in her setting with lovely toys, she also makes sure to take the kids to the local parks. My 7 year old goes to her setting sometimes too during holidays and he enjoys his time there. Soodeh has really good and friendly staff too and you won’t believe how clean the setting is always ! Full points for Soodeh , you won’t be disappointed !
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TShams
on 06/08/2020
I don’t know what I would have done without Soodi since my son started school. I have absolute confidence and trust in her. She’s been looking after my son since he began Reception and drops him off and collects him. She sends me regular photos and texts of what he’s been doing and it’s always educational, fun and imaginative. She gives the children wonderful parties for different events like Christmas and Easter but also tells them a little about her own culture, which I love.
We really feel like she’s an extension of our own family and would absolutely recommend her.
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Manjiri
on 12/07/2020
Sudeh has been looking after my 3 year old son since September. He is a gentle child and Sudeh has been a very good fit for him. She is very kind and caring and has made him feel happy and comfortable in her home. She takes him to the playground and other fun places and has been great at providing for his dietary requirements. There have been wonderful parties for Halloween and Christmas which my son has loved. Sudeh sends lovely photos in the evening so that I can see what my son has been doing and he is always smiling. I know that he is happy and well cared for.
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HelenM
on 28/01/2019
Sudeh started looking after my son Roan, from 8 weeks old as I wanted a few hours to myself a couple of times a week as this was my second child. Since the day I've met her, she has been an incredible support and most importantly - a wonderful addition to our family. My eldest, Arya knows her as Aunty Sudeh and my little boy has responded to her warmly. She not only supports his routine but has enhanced it and given me some time and space for myself which is key to any happy mummy! Her calm, sweet and friendly personality has helped him develop into a beautiful little boy and she helped me create a routine for Roan from day one. She is flexible and accommodating to all last minute eventualities and goes above and beyond to help me out. On one hand I want to celebrate her wonderful skills and experience with other mothers but on the other hand I don't want her to get too busy as I simply couldn't it without her! She has a wonderful way with children of all ages and is beautiful, positive influence on my children. Any parent would be lucky to have Sudeh look after their kids and her gentle, caring nature has helped my now 6 month baby develop wonderfully.
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on 16/07/2018
Sudeh is absolutely incredible.
Sudeh provides after school care, for my 10 year old daughter, and she is amazing.
Sudeh picks up my daughter from a school in the borough when school ends, and then takes her to her home, makes her dinner, supervises homework and generally looks after her till I return from work in central London. Sudeh also assists during half term and school holidays!
The level of care and the rapport with my daughter is brilliant. Her facilities are second to none too.
Sudeh is a life saver for a single parent which I am. My daughter and I commend her to you.
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on 29/06/2018
Sudeh has been our twins childcare for the last couple of years and really is amazing!
She’s caring and kind to the boys (now 6) but is also good at assisting with learning and homework.
The setting is like a home from home with great facilities and fabulous food.
I would 100% recommend the setting!
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on 09/06/2018
Sudeh has been childminding my son Oliver (4 years) since September 2017. She picks him up and looks after him for 5 days each week after school
I have been extremely happy with the care Oliver has received, and the great progress he has made whilst in Sudeh’s care. Sudeh’s home is always welcoming, clean and well organized and Oliver has great fun playing with all the toys available and with the other children in her care.
She provides a wide, fun range of activities including plenty of outdoor exercise. I know Oliver has recently enjoyed visiting library and museum, drawing and reading and puzzles as well as outings to the park.
Sudeh has a really lovely manner with all the children in her care. She always seems kind, calm and patient with them and all the children are happy and well behaved and know what’s expected of them. Sudeh is a great communicator and has no trouble in gaining Oliver’s confidence and therefore encouraging good behaviour and kindness and compassion to others, both skills which are important to us at home.
Sudeh sends me often photos of Oliver detailing what Oliver has done each day. From this I have a complete picture of his whole day including what he has eaten and all his activities. This helps me to feel involved with his care and that I can talk to him about his day.
All in all I am thoroughly happy with the level of care Oliver receives and I’m certain that being in such a positive and happy environment is helping him develop into a confident and self-assured little boy.
I would absolutely recommend her as a great and reliable childminder. If you are considering Sudeh as a personal child caregiver; you may not find a better person.
If you have any questions, I can be reached via Sudeh and will be happy to give you more information about Sudeh.
Sincerely,
Oliver's Mum
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Satu
on 22/01/2018
Sudeh looked after our daughter with so much love and care which we found very comforting especially when she was much smaller. She has a lovely manner and can be trusted implicitly with following your needs and requirements for your special little one.
She is dedicated to providing a lovely engaging and happy environment, which was definitely enjoyed by our daughter.
You would be lucky to have Sudeh looking after your child, we certainly were
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