"Dear Bridget, Debbie, Karen and all the other wonderful Hollies ladies! Just wanted to write to say a huge thank you and a very teary goodbye! From my first visit to Hollies at the scout hut for a look around, I knew it was the place I wanted my lovely little girl to go. It was the first and only pre-school I visited. There was such a friendly, fun and caring feel.

I remember our daughter's first day as if it were yesterday – she walked off hand in hand with Bridget, happy, without a second glance back at me – just as well, as I burst into tears! Luckily, Debbie was there to give me a big hug and tell me that my little girl would be fine – and of course she was.

She has had a wonderful 2 ½ years with you, enjoying piling on glue and paint – many a trip have I balanced her art, trying to avoid it dripping all over the buggy! You have given her a wonderful start, and we know that she will miss you all dearly – as we all will. She has made some lovely friends and experienced lots of wonderful things. Thank you all for making her years so happy and fun. She has chosen a few of her favourite story books to donate to Hollies, and we hope you (and the children) get lots of fun out of the Water Rockets.

Looking forward to seeing you in 2 years with our son if not before! With our love xxx"

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