Reviews of this nursery and group childcare setting
Tinies HMT Playscheme
Jude enjoyed his day out...
Jude enjoyed his day out to the Science Museum but says that there is not enough to keep children of his age engaged all day on other days of the week when they are indoors. There seem to be far more younger children attending than children of his age. This makes him far less keen to go to playscheme than he was a couple of years ago. He said he spent most of the time reading a book when I would prefer him to be playing with others or doing things it's less easy to do at home.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 15 2013
3.3 Average
4.0 Quality of care and staff
2.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
Indigo and I were welcomed...
Indigo and I were welcomed immediately. I was nervous as her first day there they were going on an external trip but the staff reassured me and also provided me with a number I could call and check to see if Indy was OK. Indy couldn't wait to go back for the second day.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 15 2013
4.3 Good
5.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
This survey is for HMT...
This survey is for HMT and Caxton House. Importantly, it is with great thanks to the Playscheme leader at Caxton House who took all of my 3 girls in at short notice due to me booking them into BIS by mistaken. Which, I did not realise until I arrived at Caxton house and they were not booked into there. So thanks very much for your quick thinking and support as I was shattered after flying in from Spain with my girls that morning and travelling from Luton airport too.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 15 2013
4.0 Good
4.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
1. All the children seem...
1. All the children seem happy when I go and pick up Amelia
2. There is a variety of tasks the children have available
3. They go out a lot and not spend all their time on site
4. the park is nearby
5. they have days out trips which Amelia always looks forward to
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 15 2013
3.7 Good
5.0 Quality of care and staff
3.0 Facilities and cleanliness
3.0 Value for money
Rebecca particularly likes the HMT...
Rebecca particularly likes the HMT site having tried all the others. Although it has to be said Cabinet Office was her favourite and we were very disappointed when that closed.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 12 2013
4.7 Excellent
5.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
5.0 Value for money
My daughter was very excited...
My daughter was very excited at being in the same building as Mummy. She settled in well as the group was small enough to get to know everyone well yet diverse enough for her to take on a range of activities. She loved the visit to the Science Musuem! I particularly the idea of having themes, e.g. science and space. I also liked the idea she was close by and the staff were very welcoming and made me feel happy to leave her in their care.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 11 2013
4.3 Good
5.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
Strong structured programme based on...
Strong structured programme based on themes means that children have a focus and something to get excited about (if they want to). My son enjoyed it, I felt it was friendly, safe and secure and added bonus that close to workplace.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 09 2013
4.0 Good
4.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
My daughter Joanne throughly enjoyed...
My daughter Joanne throughly enjoyed her time at Holiday Club but unfortunately my son Jermain didn't. He felt there wasn't enough outdoor activities for a nine year old boy.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Apr 06 2013
3.0 Average
3.0 Quality of care and staff
2.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
I always feel confident that...
I always feel confident that I am leaving my child in a safe and friendly environment. The service is excellent and helps me to continue on with my work during school holidays. I would be very sad if the service was no longer available.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Mar 04 2013
Gibriel really enjoyed himself -...
Gibriel really enjoyed himself - again - and was very complimentary in his feedback. His only negative comment was that tho he had more fun at HMT, he thought there were fewer toys and things to play with than at BISS. (Is there a TV at HMT?) I can't comment on this either way but thought I'd pass it on. Thanks.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Feb 25 2013
4.7 Excellent
5.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
5.0 Value for money
Benefits include: convenient location, affordable,...
Benefits include: convenient location, affordable, having it available saves me from having to take a days leave or pricey childcare fees, enables my Son to interact with a whole bunch of children doing a varity of different activities. Really going to miss this service after Easter :-(
Reviewed by Anonymous on Feb 25 2013
Location is convenient, close to...
Location is convenient, close to my office. The costs is also reasonable with the employee discount from my department. Otherwise, I would not be able to afford the playscheme. The is a wide range of actovoties for the children to participate in and my kids always seem to enjoy the experience.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Feb 22 2013
3.7 Good
4.0 Quality of care and staff
3.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
My kinds enjoyed their two...
My kinds enjoyed their two days. Their description of the Jungle Gym trip made me wonder whether it was particularly safe. Although they enjoyed it, they said it was very crowded and both had suffered (minor) bumps to the head.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Feb 21 2013
3.7 Good
4.0 Quality of care and staff
3.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
The location is convenient to...
The location is convenient to Whitehall Government employees, therefore enabling me to work at ease, and not have to rush off at the end of day to pick my daughter up.
My daughter is experiencing London very well, and this enables her to have the knowledge of our great city. She always recognises institutes, parks, and even some Ministers on the News. Attending the playscheme has made her more Citywise, and at her age that is very encouraging.
The cost is remarkable. As a lone parent, I could never afford to send my daughter to a playscheme, where she could develop her social skills and awareness (away from school and family/family friends).
My daughter can be reserved and tearful when I leave her in the beginning of the holidays. By her knowing I am nearby, and that the playscheme will look after her, both Mother and Daughter are comforted by the distance.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Feb 20 2013
4.3 Good
5.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
It is nice to know...
It is nice to know the children are in the building. I can travel in with them and home with them, spending time together and they have lots of fun making friends at the playscheme.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Feb 20 2013
4.0 Good
4.0 Quality of care and staff
3.0 Facilities and cleanliness
5.0 Value for money
My son thoroughly enjoyed his...
My son thoroughly enjoyed his experience at playscheme, and he always looks forward to coming back because of the wide range of activities, being able to play with lots of other chilren. He's able to channel his energy throughout the day, so is more relaxed and ready to wind-down at the end of the day. The staff are always friendly and approachable and provide feedback everyday.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Jan 07 2013
4.0 Good
4.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
My son always looks forward...
My son always looks forward to going there, and it is good that the location is right next to the park, so they get to play outside.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Jan 07 2013
4.0 Good
4.0 Quality of care and staff
4.0 Facilities and cleanliness
4.0 Value for money
It provides peace of mind...
It provides peace of mind that your children are being cared for whilst you can still work. Your children are entertained and not bored as their are plenty of different activities to do.
The Holiday Club is cost effective and good value for money.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Jan 05 2013
On the Wednesday here was...
On the Wednesday here was a trip to the Maritime museum. My children unfortunately did not particularly enjoy this trip and didn't feel they got much from it. In my experience the Maritime museum is a good place to visit but it is important they are taken around the museum and surroundings to get the most from the experience. Otherwise its just a day out without much leaning & enjoyment.
Reviewed by Anonymous on Jan 04 2013
3.0 Average
4.0 Quality of care and staff
2.0 Facilities and cleanliness
3.0 Value for money
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