Sam Venn
Childminder in Southend On Sea (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Jun 2010 Last Updated Feb 2024 Last Login 18 Apr 2024
My Summary
About Me
***Ofsted Outstanding 2020***
***Nursery World's Childminder of the year 2014!***
Currently fully booked until September 2025.
Please contact me to be added to my waiting list.
I concentrate solely on EYFS children under the age of 4. I do not provide school/nursery collections.
I am an Ofsted registered childminder, graded 'Outstanding' across all areas of my practise. I am Accredited and able to provide 15 hours of government funded care for 2,3 and 4 year olds.
I live 5 mins walk from Prittlewell station.
I live with my Husband David and our 2 beautiful children who are
17 and 19 years old & our beautiful Bichon Frise dog Willow.
I pride myself on having a safe,clean and smoke free home. It has a large back garden which is fully enclosed.
I provide a wide range of indoor/outdoor toys,crafts and activities all aimed at stimulating and captivating young minds.
I offer a home from home service so that whilst you are at work or college your child feels safe, happy and comfortable.
I follow the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) for all children under the age of 5, by using this framework in my daytime routine the children can have fun playing and trying new activities whilst developing and learning at the same time. We live close to local amenities, shops, library,park,playgroups etc and I am a frequent visitor to them all.
I can provide home made breakfast,lunch, dinner and snacks.
I currently do not offer nursery/preschool/school collections.
My Experience
Aswell as having my own 2 children, a boy who is 19 and my girl who is 17
I have worked in childcare for the past 18 years. Working as a nanny to a family of 3 girls aged 3,6 and 9. Before this I had my own babysitting service from the age of 16.
Now I have my own childminding buisness and I believe all children are a gift that should be cherished, nurtured and loved.
My Qualifications
Ofsted registered.
Fully insured with PACEY (Professional Association for childcare and early years)formerly the NCMA.
DBS enhanced clearance
Current Peadiatric First Aid certificate.
* Level 2 Food safety trained
* Level 3 Diploma in Home based childcare.
* Level 4 Safeguarding trained.
* Level 5 Diploma in leadership for health & social care and children and young people's services.
* Level 5 in Early Years.
* And many more courses inline with my profession.
I am a member of the Southend Borough's 'Children come first' Network, which is a quality assurance scheme that aims to ensure the best quality of provision for your child.
My Availability
I am Able to accomodate 30 hours funding
Please contact me to discuss your individual needs.
Open door from 7am-7pm however I do aim to be as flexible as possible.
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My Fees
- Babysitting from £12.00 per hour
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
My fees are discussed at our initial meeting.
Please ask about sibling discount.
I do not charge if I'm ill.
Full fee is payable should your child is away due to illness or holidays.
In the event of myself becoming ill I have a back-up childminder who may be able to help with your childcare, her details are available on request.
I also offer a babysitting service at £12 an hour.
Fee's are due in advance, and can be paid weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
I accept bank transfer, cash or childcare vouchers
Any other questions please ask!
My Local Schools
This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 07/04/2023)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sam Venn. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Sam is absolutely amazing at her job. She not only cares for the children as if her own, she establishes long lasting trusting relationships with them.
I contacted Sam March 2021 and enrolled my daughter shortly after. Edith absolutely adores Sam and the other children there. Edirh has come such a long way in her learning, speech and social skills it absolutely amazes me.
Thank you Sam for all that you have done for Edith!
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Sam has been looking after my daughter, Ava-Rose for nearly four years. During this time, Sam has developed a loving and caring relationship with my daughter. Ava-Rose loves Sam and her family dearly. Sam is an excellent childminder. She works hard, Is dedicated to her job and a very good role model for the children. Sam plans a variety of play based activities that have suited Ava’s needs and supported her learning. Ava has certainly thrived in Sam’s care. I have developed a positive relationship with Sam, she is warm and friendly. I would highly recommend Sam to anyone looking for a childminder in the area.
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Sam has been looking after my daughter Ava-Rose since September 2015. It is so lovely to see the wonderful bond they have together. I have no worries about leaving Ava with Sam, she is very caring and I feel like she is part of the family. She has a lovely family herself, which makes it a perfect setting for Ava to be in. Sam is very understanding, flexible and so easy to get along with. Ava is learning so much and thriving socially in Sam's care. Sam is very special and we are lucky to have her in our lives. Thank you for all your hard work. Love you lots - love Ava-Rose xx
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Sam has been looking after my daughter Jasmine since July 2012. As Jasmine was only 6 months old then (and my first child) i was worried about leaving her with someone outside the family but Samantha was very welcoming and quickly put my mind at ease. Jasmine has thrived under Sam's watch, she is happy, engaged and developing well. It is a testament to Sam as Jasmine can be demanding and i have high expectations. I would recommend Sam as she has developed a lovely bond with my daughter as well as providing a safe, clean, loving and fun environment. Jasmine loves being with Sam's children too and I hope to have both of my children with Sam as of next year!
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Sam has been looking after my son, Hunter, since July 2012, he was only a few months old when he stared there so for me I had to be 100% sure he would be safe and happy. Sam has made him so welcome since that first day, it goes without saying that her house is clean and tidy but she is so much more than that. She keeps us up to date everyday with his contact diary (which his dad loves as he often doesn't get to see or son before he goes to bed, it's a little insight into his day), his days are filled with fun & learning in a lovely family environment. Sam keeps a check on his development and charts his progress, and includes him in everything the other children do. Her ability to adapt activities to include all the children regardless of age or ability is fantastic. As a first time mum her advice and guidance to me has also been a rock, her connection to the children she looks after is heart warming. I would absolutely recommend Sam to anyone looking for a childminder in this area, I can't say enough how much Hunter loves her and her family, his health and happiness is my priority and I know Sam looks after him just as I do. She is amazing!
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Sam Venn
on 27/03/2013:
Ahh thank you, that just made me cry.
He's a pleasure to look after and we will miss him dearly.
Sam X
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