Sam
Childminder in Laindon
My Summary
About Me
I have spaces available from July 2026
My name is Sam Stribling was Reynolds
I HAVE FULL AND PART TIME SPACES FOR UNDER 5 YEARS OLD...
I live in Laindon with my 2 children a daughter who is 22 and a son who is 19 they also are my assistant on odd occasions when needed.
I have cats and a small dog that are very good with children.
I offer a safe, warm and loving home for your child to be cared in. You will find my home a pleasant and friendly place for your children to spend their day. All children are treated with respect and valued as an individual.
I am a very friendly, hard working and reliable mother who loves working with young children. As a childminder I work closely together with parents to provide a high quality service for their world.
I have an excellent selection of toys and activities to suit all ages (which I add to on a frequent basis). I regularly visit the park with the children that I look after and attend Toddler Group.
I have a nice size garden with a large decked area for the children to play in all weathers.
I drive a big car and i am insured to take your child in my car. We do lots of days out by car.So far in this school holidays we have been to the below places
Dog walks
Cinema
Zoo
Barleylands farm
Parks to play and feed the ducks
Stay n play
Canvey beach
Kent( to visit Nanny at the beach)
Chalkwell beach
Clacton
Wat tyler Park
Library During their stay I help children involve in verity of activities and follow guidance of EYFS to offer them an interesting learning environment considering their age, stage and ability.
My Experience
I have been a mum for 22 years and i have been an ofsted registered childminder for 18years and before that i was a nanny and I have provided care for babies from Birth and children upto the age of 14 on a full and/or part time basis.
All the children I have looked after have always enjoyed their time at my setting.
My Qualifications
Paediatric First Aid Training
Introduction to childminding practice.
EYFS ( Early Years Foundation Stage ) for ChildmindresFirst diploma in child care
Safe gaurding level 3
My Availability
I HAVE SPACES FOR CHILDREN UNDER 5 years old I don’t have any school run spaces
Monday to Friday between 7:30am to 6.00pm but i am quite flexible just ask
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Please contact for details of prices
Fee will be discussed with parents considering how many days & hours of service they will require.
Sam Stribling was Reynolds
My Local Schools
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 16/03/2023)
Reviews
Parents say
This childminder receives outstanding praise for providing a warm, home-from-home environment where children thrive and develop. Parents highlight the professional yet caring approach, with children making excellent progress in speech, confidence and school readiness. The setting offers engaging activities, outings and a family atmosphere that children genuinely love.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sam. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members 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 has been looking after my little girl for over 5 years now. My little girl is at school and is only looked after by Sam in school holidays now . Sam has always made my little girl feel very happy in her surroundings she not only looks at them as a job she includes them into her family. My little girl loves going to Sam’s and has the most amount of fun with the days out and activities Sam has planned for them. Would recommend sam to anyone who wants the best for their child and wants to see there child come on leaps and bounds. She has made lots of new friends over the years. The setting surrounding is like home from home and relaxed and nice for the children.
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Melissa
on 20/06/2026
I have been using Sam as my childminder for over 10years. I would not send my children anywhere else. She is professional aswell as providing a home from home service and caring for all the children as if they were her own. My kids progress so well in the care of Sam and go to school ahead of their expectations. I couldn’t recommend Sam as a childminder anymore, and anyone choosing to send their little one to her will not be disappointed. Thank you Sam x
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Abigail
on 20/06/2026
Sam has been my childminder for 3 years and I couldn't have asked for anyone better. My little boy loves sam and her children, he loves the days out and all his little friends he has made! Sam has been very accommodating with my circumstances and has helped me out in many ways.
If you are looking for an attentive childminder who will love and care for your child like you do then Sam is who you need.
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Hayley
on 20/06/2026
sam has looked after both my boys for just under a year now, my oldest has just left as he's about to start primary school and I must say Sam has been the most amazing childminder.
she's been great support and helped me out with extra days when needed.
sam has taken the kids to stay and plays most days and they have also been to the beach.
if you are looking for someone who your children will love and enjoy there time with them sam is the childminder for you
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Hayley
on 27/07/2024
My daughter joined Sam around November time last year and she has been amazing in such a short period of time, in so many ways, we really couldn't have found a better childminder.
Ava absolutely loves going and gets excited to go to Sam's house. I feel Ava has really been included not only into Sam's setting but family too Ava loves her children. Ava has really thrived since joining and has learnt so much, just wish we had found Sam sooner!
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Mackenzi
on 13/04/2024
Sam looked after my Son from the age of 2 until preschool. I could not be happier with Sam's help. Not only did Sam look after my son she really helped him develop aswell. Everyday Sam put in the effort to do something with them, they were always doing something fun. My son started off very shy and anxious and it really helped him become a confident, happy boy. Sam also encouraged him to start using the potty before we did and then really helped with potty training. He will really miss going to her house. Sam made a photo book of all thier memories and he loves looking at it. Thank you so much.
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Leanne
on 30/08/2023
Sam has been looking after our 3 year old for about a year.
Sam has bought out the best in our boy, with his speaking coming on leaps and bounds. His potty training has been pioneered thanks to Sam, not to mention his manners.
Our boy just loves going to sams - his first words daily are “am I going to Sams?” Or “Sam’s my best friend”.
She makes it interactive and interesting for the children she looks after, and he often comes home with stuff he has made in the day.
Sam is better than the best we could have hoped for. We wish we had found her sooner!
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Allen
on 09/07/2023
My 3 years old son love spending time with Sam every morning, they have lot of fun and he's well looked after. My daughter (6 years old) joins them every school holidays and can't wait to go back every time.
by
Rut
on 28/09/2022
Sam was a god send to my family in a very difficult time.I was left with the care of my 5 months old grandson.Sam was recommended to me and im so glad she took us on. The structure was perfect for him plus she was always looking for ways to enrich the childrens lives with trips and creativity
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Deana
on 18/07/2022
I have 6 children, Sam has looked after my 4 youngest children. It was the best thing that ever happened to my family Sam looked after my daughter from 18 months - 5 years old then my twins from 18 months -7 years full and part time then my son from 6 weeks old to 5 years
During this time she has made my children and myself feel a part of her family The children enjoyed family outing with lots of activities included the beach the playgroups,walks with the dog meeting the pigs on some of her routes, activities like stay and play and other play centers. She taught them about the joys of routine which helped them be ready for the routines of school.
Sam helped them gain all the knowledge they needed to settle into school with no problems or stress. They all still remember happy times playing with Sam’s mum, the famous Nanny Lala.
Sam is a kind caring and loving person and I am so happy to have trusted her with my children for all those years.
by
Charlie
on 14/07/2022
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