Helena has cared for our two children and we cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone who will listen! When we initially began searching for a childminder, we visited many, and although Helena was the furthest away....we felt immediately comfortable in her home environment, and all other choices disappeared. As well as being kind, nurturing and gentle....Helena provided exciting and interactive activities for the children at every age range. It was like leaving our children in the care of a family member....but better! I always knew they would be cared for, protected and praised as well as learning and creating. We often look through the book of photos Helena presented us with on leaving with fondness, and cannot believe all of the amazing activities and opportunities she provided. She really did give both of our children the best start in their young lives and they went to school prepared and confident. We are forever grateful to Helena for looking after our children as if they were her own.
A wonderful setting, incredible attention to detail in all activities and facilities. I am so glad we found Helena as our childminder and would highly recommend to any parent who is apprehensive about putting their child in the care of another. Helena made us feel right at home and felt instantly trustworthy making the whole childcare experience a really easy transition to what can feel like such a daunting task. This in turn has made our child feel content and happy to come and visit each week, enjoying all the thoughtful themes and crafts, to the updates of their days together. A Clean, safe environment lovely outdoor play, oh and the soft play summerhouse is a super bonus! Do not hesitate to consider.
Helena is so kind, caring and enthusiastic at everything she does with the children. She is so organised and has every activity & theme planned for the week. Her home is the perfect setting for a home from home and 2 years on my little boy still remembers all the adventures he had at Helena's. 100% recommended her to anybody who is lucky enough to get a place with her for there little one. Thank you for everything.
I Helena is a fantastic childminder. We have 4 children, and she has cared for them all. The days are always exciting and varied, and the children are always so very excited to be going to Helena's. As they move into school they are well prepared and equipped for the change because of Helena and her fantastic efforts with them Days out and trips are amazing, and the setting is wonderful, frequently updated and always something new to see as the garden passes through the seasons. We literally cannot speak highly enough of Helena and would thoroughly recommend her to anyone looking for the best care for their children.
Both of my children had Helena as their childminder and loved her and the setting. They settled extremely well and that was all down to Helena and her hard work. Her level of care and attention to the children is excellent and I always felt assured that my children were so well looked after. She provides a large range of activities and works hard to make sure that not only does every child enjoy themselves but that they learn at the same time. Her communication is fantastic and she knows the children in her setting extremely well. My daughter who is now at school still talks about Helena and how much she misses going to her house which I think speaks volumes.
I cannot believe that today was J's last 'official' day with his amazing childminder Helena Jex.... I never thought this day would come.... J has had the most amazing 3 years of learning experiences and made special friends.....Helena has been compassionate, thoughtful, empathetic, creative and fun throughout! Thank goodness L will soon be following in his footsteps and having her own amazing journey. J wanted to make Helena a gift which showed all the skills he has learnt.
Fantastic childminder available on Abbey Manor [now relocated to Mudford Road], highly recommended. I have been using Jexys Juniors for 3 years now, my daughter is six and is so happy and content there.
My daughter was with Helena from a year old, for eight months and was very happy to be left with her. She enjoyed the variety of toys and sensory items that she could play with and the interaction with other toddlers by going to a playgroup. Helena was very good with her and I always felt happy going off to work knowing that she was in trusted hands. The learning journal that we were able to look at via the website was really useful and a fantastic record of her progress
Communication is excellent and routines kept as similar as possible. Great activities, lots of contact, detailed notes and excellent evidence of early learning goals - it's all perfect. Activities are always stimulating and well organised, with safety first.
Helena looked after C from about 8 months old and from day 1, she was really happy with Helena and got excited on the days she was there. Helena is passionate about having fun with children and supporting them in their development. C would paint, bake, play, make crafts, relax (!), have stories, sing songs and also attend toddler groups. But most important was Helena maintained the routine we have at home with afternoon sleeps and food/drink etc ..