Child care agency · University Heights, OH · reviewed since 2022
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%85+58.8Reliability 31%84+25.8Experts Score= 85Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#20 of 48 babysitting servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 60%
4.9★★★★★27 Google reviews · 10 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Childhood Fundamentals Childcare agency at a glance
Google reviewers rate the agency 4.9 out of 5 based on 27 reviews, with the owner not responding to any comments. Customers highlight services including on-site childcare and nanny placement, citing clean facilities, small classroom sizes, and personalized educational activities. Recurring themes include quick turnaround times, user-friendly application processes, and responsive communication during the hiring process. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are five-star.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 27 reviews (96% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 27 Google reviews (17 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: May 17, 2026.
Service: Babysitting Service serving University Heights, Ohio.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other babysitting services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
This companyBabysitting Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Childhood Fundamentals Childcare agency: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
85
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Childhood Fundamentals Childcare agency: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 71.A
84
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 89.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Childhood Fundamentals Childcare agency: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 61.–
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Star ratings
27 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars2696%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star14%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 17 written reviews
100%praise
Praise18100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
5topics
Would recommend844%
Staff & attitude422%
Honesty & trust317%
Speed & response211%
Quality & results16%
What customers talk about
We read 17 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“She is such an amazing person I definitely recommend her as a nanny believe me she's the best you won't regret it”
“I am a first time mom and nanny fundamentals has been unbelievably helpful in guiding me through the childcare process.”
“As an educator myself, I genuinely appreciate the thought and care that goes into everything they do!”
“It is challenging and anxiety-inducing for a number of reasons, but Erica is incredibly responsive and helpful in finding appropriate candidates.”
“Amazing experience, would recommend to all my friends and co workers with children.”
People customers mention
Erica4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
KK.Local Guide · 29 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Childhood Fundamentals was a saving grace for our family. The location is always clean, which is very important to me. The kiddos are always having fun during pick up and drop off. It’s really akin to pre-k with all of the learning activities and exploration. As an educator myself, I genuinely appreciate the thought…
KkaitlynLocal Guide · 26 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
We transitioned to Ms. Erica at ~18 months (after being in daycare since 3 months) and couldn’t be more happy with our decision. From the small classroom size to the personalized educational themed weeks, we couldn’t be more thankful for what she has brought to our almost 2 year olds daily routine. Very blessed to…
DDanielle1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
I am a first time mom and nanny fundamentals has been unbelievably helpful in guiding me through the childcare process. It is challenging and anxiety-inducing for a number of reasons, but Erica is incredibly responsive and helpful in finding appropriate candidates. I’d recommend them.
Sstorm5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
This is the most awesome Nanny placement agency I have dealt with in a long long time. They have an incredibly quick turnaround time. Their application process is incredibly user-friendly. Their rates are unbeatable. They have all the services and support you could possibly imagine when hiring a nanny. They…
CCharisse6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★
She is such an amazing person I definitely recommend her as a nanny believe me she's the best you won't regret it
BBrittney7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★
Would ABSOLUTELY recommend! Excellent nanny that truly cares for her craft and the children she cares for.
Childhood Fundamentals was a saving grace for our family. The location is always clean, which is very important to me. The kiddos are always having fun during pick up and drop off. It’s really akin to pre-k with all of the learning activities and exploration. As an educator myself, I genuinely appreciate the thought and care that goes into everything they do!
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Unique Wright1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Unique has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We transitioned to Ms. Erica at ~18 months (after being in daycare since 3 months) and couldn’t be more happy with our decision. From the small classroom size to the personalized educational themed weeks, we couldn’t be more thankful for what she has brought to our almost 2 year olds daily routine. Very blessed to have found Ms. Erica and all she brings to the childcare world ❤️
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Danielle1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Danielle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I am a first time mom and nanny fundamentals has been unbelievably helpful in guiding me through the childcare process. It is challenging and anxiety-inducing for a number of reasons, but Erica is incredibly responsive and helpful in finding appropriate candidates. I’d recommend them.
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storm mascall5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews storm has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This is the most awesome Nanny placement agency I have dealt with in a long long time. They have an incredibly quick turnaround time. Their application process is incredibly user-friendly. Their rates are unbeatable. They have all the services and support you could possibly imagine when hiring a nanny. They understand your brief, and they found us the most incredible person. Very grateful to Erika and her team. Thank you so much.
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Charisse Ruffin6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Charisse has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
