"Thank you Sonia!:
Leo loves going to Sonias twice a week, he constantly talks about her and his companions. They regularly go to Catton Park and do lots of arts and crafts, the Christmas gifts sent home are guaranteed to make you cry (in a good way!). We get lots of lovely photos, and it's brilliant to see how happy he is with her. We would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and experienced childminder in the area."
by Rowenna on 24th February 2021
"The "Childminder"- The Best:
My twins are eight year olds now, they're in Sonia's loving care until they started school. I still feel so thankful to her for everything she has done with my children. You can't find any better person to take care of your children, not like Sonia would need these words really. Because you'll see yourself! :) I'm on maternity leave now and thinking of childcare in future, again. I just wish we're closer to her. Not "only" a childminder but a very special person, a loving angel! More than you could just dream of or wish for! Thank you Sonia! X"
by Ildiko on 13th August 2019 - childcare.co.uk
"Happy Bella, Happy Mum:
Thank you for your kindness, love and care to Bella and for providing a very conducive environment for her to play in.
It's a shame we have to move away. You have set a benchmark to what we should expect to find in a childminder and I hope I can find someone as good in Loughborough. Thanks again, lots of luv - Peter & Linda."
by NR Mum on 25th July 2019 - childcare.co.uk
"Amazing childminder:
Sonia is a brilliant childminder, shes been looking after my little girl one day a week for the past 6 months.
My little girl finds it difficult leaving us but Sonia has worked really hard on helping her to settling in and now she cheers when she sees where she is and is very happy there. Would 100% recommend Sonia and have recommended her to friends, one of whom has her little girl with Sonia too now."
by rozinale on 19th June 2019 - childcare.co.uk
"Excellent Childminder For All Ages:
My son has been with Sonia for just over a year and he loves it, the seasonal crafts that he brings home are brilliantly made and you can tell he's had fun making them all. Sonia also looks after his older sister after school and she enjoys helping sonia with the little ones, highly recommend her".
by sarahmn on 6th April 2017 - childcare.co.uk
"Top Childminder:
Our 16 month old twin boys have been going to Sonia once a week for over 7 months now and they have a great time. They love the toddler group they go to each week & all the different toys they get to play with!
Sonia keeps a daily diary for each of them and always updates it so we can see exactly what they have been up to and sends photos of things they are doing which is lovely. The crafts and things they have made for Mothers Day & holidays have been brilliant!
She has been flexible with us when we have needed it and has taken them for extra days which we have been very grateful for.
They now walk in like they live there when we arrive which is great to see!
We would definitely recommend Sonia"
by reddevil on 9 June 2016 - childcare.co.uk
"Excellent - Our boys love her:
Sonia cares for our two boys two full days a week. The eldest is 2 1/2 yrs and he talks about her all the time. He really enjoys going to his childcare and in particular he likes the wide array of dinosaurs, the play groups they attend and the various crafts and activities she does with them. Our youngest (1 yr) goes with the flow but particularly enjoys being in a small group with the other children. I would highly recommend Sonia."
by Hazelp on 8 June 2016 - childcare.co.uk
"Awesome Childminder:
Firstly Sonia is very flexible when it comes to my childcare arrangements due to working shifts which is so reassuring.. Eamon loves going and always comes home extremely happy .. My daughter Amira had been going up until this September where she now attends pre-school however she always came home extremely happy saying she had played with the dolls and done craft activities as well as outings to whitlingham to feed the ducks and many outings to toddler groups .. I can't say highly of Sonia it's like home from home.. Also big shout out to the Father's Day minion cards they were awesome"
by Hannah on 25 September 2015 - childcare.co.uk
"Highly recommended:
Our daughter loves going to Sonia's and playing with her new friends. Sonia's working relationship with other childminders in the area gives our daughter a much larger pool of children to play with, as well as a greater range of toys, outings and activities. The kids do lots of craft activities and after every session our little girl comes home with a diary detailing the things they've been up to that day so we're always kept in the loop. Our daughter always comes home with a smile on her face (apart from the days she's having so much fun she doesn't want to leave!) Sonia adapts happily to our changing schedules and any changes to our daughter's routine, taking it all in her stride. We wouldn't be without Sonia now and we'd not hesitate to recommend her to other parents."
by EmmaD on 22 January 2015 - childcare.co.uk
"Outstanding:
I have twin daughters, they are 3 years old. They are always happy and satisfied when I go to bring them home. They love Sonia and her all of her family. I like to spend time in her house and wish to stay too! Her house is warm, full with love and care, positive energy, friendly and calm! My little ones started to talk just after a few days visiting her! They are creative there, making cakes, pictures and surprises! Going out to different groups to play with other children. I think Sonia can give more my children than a nursery or pre-school, she is concentrating on less children too. I would like to say thank you in this way too!"
by Staikovs on 15 September 2014 - childcare.co.uk
"First class child care:
Sonia has been caring for my two Sons for the past ten years. I moved to Norwich when my eldest was 4 and found Sonia through the Norfolk County Council website. The moment I walked through the door I knew Sonia was a person I could trust with my little boy. He is now approaching 14! She also has cared for my youngest Son from the age of 11 months and continues to do so. I have never had any cause for complaint about the care Sonia has given. On the contrary, She provides a quality, flexible service where the children are treated as part of the family. A no nonsense approach. Teaching children good manners and consideration for others but also with empathy and kindness. Sonia provides the basics but goes beyond with a stimulating environment with respect to education and extras such as organising outings to places like Bewilderwood, Wroxham Barns etc. In short, I highly recommend Sonia to look after your most precious little people! Five stars!"
by Lisab171. on 27 February 2014 - childcare.co.uk
"Sonia:
Sonia looked after my daughter 'G' from a very young age and I can happily say she loved going to her house. They done different activities everyday, and she often came home with things she had made such as biscuits, arts and crafts etc. Sonia is great with the children and I never had any problems leaving my daughter with her, and was confident she was getting the best care."
by Jessicag. on 26 February 2014 - childcare.co.uk
"A Reliable and Helpful Childminder:
Sonia has looked after my 18 month old Son for the past six months for three days a week.. She is always very reliable and and tries to accomdate last minute changes to my work schedule where possible. My son enjoys his time at Sonia's as she takes him to different play groups, which allows him to do different activities that, as a parent, you do not always get the chance to do e.g. arts and crafts. She has time to discuss what my son has been doing that day, meaning I feel fully informed, and she is also there when I need to talk about any issues my son is having at home e.g. teething, sleepless nights, etc... I am always happy to leave my son, knowing he will be well looked after while I'm at work, which is the most thing to a parent."
by em1986 on 25 February 2014 - childcare.co.uk
"Really nice and lovely whenever you go x"
by MBarnett February 2014 - sonia ford childminding - face book page
"A Cracking Childminder:
Our 'B' loved every minute of her time with Sonia".
by PDurrell January 2014 - sonia ford childminding - face book page
"Excellent Childminder:
Sonia looks after our 3 year old Daughter and we are super pleased. Sonia has a fun and caring approach. Her own three children always look happy and healthy, plus they are great with my daughter, she has been made very welcome by her family.
My Daughter loves her and always has lots of fun, enjoys going out and always has fun things to look forward to.
Sonia's enthusiasm with the children never ceases to amaze me. They are always doing something whether that be outdoor play or investigating their creative side through some form of craft.
My Daughter thoroughly enjoys every minute she spends at Sonia's house and I would recommend her service to anyone that asks without hesitation."
by ilona29 on 20 February 2013 - childcare.co.uk
"Reliable Childminder:
Sonia was recommended to me via a friend and has looked after my two girls who are 6 and 9 for over a year now. She does school drop off and pick ups for me, which suit the hours I need a childminder for. She is very flexible and accommodating.
I would recommend Sonia without hesitation"
by theresa on 16 February 2013 - childcare.co.uk
"Outstanding Childminder:
Sonia looked after my eldest child for for 4 days a week over the period of approximately a year. My little girl was 2 1/2 at the time.
We checked out 4 childminders in the area before we met Sonia and her family, and decided within 20 minutes that we didn't need to see any more as she made us feel at ease.
She is extremely experienced and we were confident that our child would be cared for as one of her own.
She is also very flexible as occasionally my work days changed at short notice. My little girls is always happy going to Sonia's house as her days were filled with fun and stimulating play."
by NitaNitr on 10 February 2013 - childcare.co.uk
"Home From Home:
If your looking for childcare that takes away the stress of leaving your little ones, this is the person for you. Sonia has been looking after my 4 year old grand-daughter for just over a year, and it really is a home from home. Always welcomed, in a lovely home, by a loving family. My grand-daughter has so much fun, help with learning skills and also encouraged to maintain good manners and behaviour, In this day and age, behind every hard working parent/guardian, is an amazing child- minder,- I consider me and my grand-daughter to be very lucky."
by Steve7 on 10/02/2013 - childcare.co.uk
"Lovely family environment for my four month old:
Sonia looks after my four month old daughter one day a week. She provides a comforting family style level of care in her cosy home and my daughter loves her time there. Sonia is very accommodating, friendly and flexible."
by KatieMar on 8 February 2013 - childcare.co.uk