Testimonials

"Sam started with Sandy when he was 4 months old, and from the moment I left him we knew she was going to be amazing. From the friendships he made to the amazing food she cooked and the different activities she engaged him in, she will always be a huge part of his and our lives. The support and help that we had as parents from her was also outstanding. Since we have moved away Sam still talks about Sandy and how he misses her so much and loves her, I think that in itself shows how incredible and caring she is.”

“Sandy is incredibly organised and focussed with the children, she always has creative, topical and varied subjects for them to be doing. Whether it is painting flowers on a walk on the Common or making rocket ships in the garden with cardboard boxes, the children spend a large proportion of the time doing outdoor pursuits. I feel Teddy benefitted so much from spending time with Sandy."

"My son, Charlie, aged 8 has been looked after by Sandy since he was 6 months old.  Throughout this time, he has always been excited to go to her house. He looks forward to seeing Sandy and whoever else she is looking after that day. He especially likes it when Sandy's children are home from school! 

When I collect him, he is always so smiley and content, full of stories of what he has done that day. He enjoys playing in the garden, going for walks in the woods and playing in the playroom with the many and varied games and activities Sandy has to offer. When the younger children are asleep, Sandy reads stories to Charlie which he loves. The diary which Sandy produces is a priceless record of not only his time at her house, but also his development in general. The photos and detailed narrative are wonderful to have. The end of year reports also offer a detailed analysis of where Charlie is developmentally.

I cannot fault the care and attention which Sandy gives to Charlie. I would recommend her as a childminder to any prospective parents without hesitation."

"We have been incredibly fortunate to have Sandy as Abigail’s childminder for nearly 2 years. Abi is always excited to go to Sandy’s and has learnt and developed so much there due to Sandy’s outstanding skills as a childminder and teacher. The environment is ideal, with fantastic opportunities and resources, inside and out to learn, have fun and socialise. As the Ofsted inspector said to me, we could not find a better place for Abigail until she starts school. Sandy provides an incredible quality of care, excellent food, a focus on active play and outdoor activity. I have, and will continue to recommend Sandy as a unique and special opportunity for your child."

 "Oaty loves going to Sandy's and has been doing so for years; originally as a day pre-school and now in the school hols. Why does he love it so much? Well, Sandy and her children are like his second family where he is looked after, nurtured and has great fun just like at home." 

"My daughter Annabel, has been with Sandy for the last four years. We are so lucky to have Sandy in our lives. She has been incredible in helping Annie thrive through all of her developmental stages. I trust her completely and rely on her for support and advice. Sandy gives Annie the absolute best in quality and care. Everything is tailored for what she needs from a physical, emotional and developmental point of view.

We communicate daily and Sandy keeps me thoroughly informed. We also have more in depth catch ups were we discuss specific challenges Annie might have and how we can support her.

Sandy provides a warm and loving environment where Annie feels part of the family. I think Annie might believe that Willow is her cat too!

Annie will sit on the stairs on a Sunday asking - 'Is it my Sandy day today?' and be so disappointed that she still has two more sleeps to wait.

I feel reassured that whilst its difficult leaving my daughter to go to work, she is getting the best care possible and having a wonderful time!"

“Arthur had the most wonderful time with Sandy. Her care is exceptional and I would recommend her without hesitation to any other family. The children had so much fun with her every day, but I was always so impressed at how much learning Sandy managed to include in all the fun. The skills Arthur learnt with her have stood him in very good stead in his move to pre-school and now school.

Sandy instilled in the children a wonderful sense of kindness and care for others, as well as for the natural world. Playing and learning outside was a huge part of any day with Sandy, which the children loved. Her imagination and willingness to allow the children to initiate games or topics is fantastic. We really couldn’t have wished for a better start for Arthur and our memories of his time with Sandy will always be very precious."

“Both my children have been lucky enough to have been cared for by Sandy. Tommy came twice a week from 14months to 3.5 years and Bella (now 34 months) since 15 months. Sandy was very kind and patient with the settling in process and eased them into the new environment so that they felt safe and secure. She strikes the perfect balance between setting up a huge variety of activities that allow them to play and learn whilst feeling like they’re at home. The children are so stimulated through all the fantastic indoor and outdoor resources they have access to.

I have often turned to Sandy for advice over the years - from fussy eating to naps, to tantrums to schools - and I have always found her a great support.

I know that when my children are with Sandy, they are happy and being looked after to the highest standard. I couldn't wish for a better childminder."