Early Years Professional Status

Testimonial from Alison

Great Dunmow

22 August 2007

Dear Vanessa and all of the staff at High House,

It is the end of an era! Jasmine is going to school. Perhaps like me you are of mixed feelings about this, I know that Jasmine has been at times a challenge and the thought of another Nursery session with her left you pulling at your hair. Believe me I have suffered the same feelings, but I do not think I am ready for her to do the grown up school thing!

Anyway, I only have praise for High House. We, Jasmine and I, have had a wonderful four years with you and are sorry to be leaving. From day one, Jasmine has been encouraged to be herself. She has been able to express herself throughout the nursery curriculum, and has come home excited about what she has done or learned and is hungry for more. There has not been a day when she has not wanted to go to Nursery!

All of the staff at each stage of High House have effectively communicated with me about Jasmines achievements and the times when she has not been so good. I have been able to ask that she be controlled with a no-nonsense approach and my requests have been met. This is a fantastic display of understanding from your practitioners, something that is hard to find these days.

I have been particularly impressed with the pre-school element of the Nursery. Jasmine has flourished in her reading and writing over the last eighteen months with Mrs Michele. The Letterland formula and the Oxford reading tree books have made reading and writing fun for both Jasmine and myself. Similarly, I have been able to raise any concerns with Mrs Michele who has always given me guidance or advice or just allayed the fears of a sometimes-neurotic mother! Thank you Mrs Michele.

I really cannot think of a negative thing to say about the Nursery. The children are taught manners, respect for their elders, peers, and discipline all within a comfortable home from home setting. It is all basic old-fashioned principles, which are sorely lacking in the world today. Should there be a Jasmine mark III will definitely use High House again (be warned!) and I will always recommend it if asked.

Thank you to all of you who have come across Jasmine at some point. Thank you all for your hard work and patience; it really has been greatly appreciated.

Best wishes

A K

Should you require Jasmine for the Christmas entertainment this year, please let me know, as I am sure she will be happy to oblige!

Testimonial for High House Nursery Ltd from ZP

I currently have two children which attend High House, one in the Baby Unit and one in the Barn. I chose High House because I have been fortunate enough to experience the high level of care given by all the members of staff at the nursery, as some years ago my eldest child was enrolled there.

Thankfully, I think that due to the family atmosphere at High House the nursery have been able to retain a wonderful team all of which I have found to be dedicated to the welfare of the children in their charge. They have many years experiences yet have been able to evolve and encompass all the changes in modern childcare whilst still providing a stable and caring environment.

I have found that they are always approachable and are genuinely pleased to welcome the children each day. My children have been able to develop their confidence and learn new skills with the help and guidance of the staff in a positive way.

Without their support I would not have been able to return to work and have peace of mind that my children are being well cared for.

Zoe P

Dear Andrea and Vanessa

I herewith send you my review. I know it's a bit long so you are welcome to "cut and paste" if necessary.
(we haven't cut anything, this is as written)

When I first had to leave Euan at nursery, I hated every minute of it as I couldn't imagine anyone able to take care of my little boy the way I do.
Now,6 months later, I am sure there isn't a better place to leave Euan while I am at work. The settings & facilities are great; the outside space is fantastic and there is no shortage of suitable toys for all ages. Every day I receive Euan's little book filled with all important information and description of all the fun filled and educational activities he has experienced that day.

Euan is developing very well and I can see the positive effect going to nursery is having on him (like being able to entertain himself, interact with other adults/children, learning to share, not being "clingy" at all, etc.).
About the staff at High House I cannot say enough positive things, they are truly fantastic! I can see they have really developed a strong bond with Euan and seem to really care about him. From all the written information I receive about him I can tell they know him as well as I do.
Especially Robyn(his key worker)and Jo, in the baby room, are fantastic!

I couldn't have asked for better people to look after my little boy.

Kind regards
Jill M

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