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Samantha

Childminder in Heather

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Rates from
£6/hr
Member
11 years
Last seen
12 Mar 2026
Updated
Mar 2026
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My Summary

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Full Driving Licence
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

I have a passion for the outdoors and natural learning, this makes my childminding service so special as I take pride in giving children new experiences and enjoyment in play. I offer a home from home setting based from my family home in the heart of the national forest.

My Experience

I have experience in nursereies and reception year at school as well as being a childrens representative abroad and working with deprived children at a special center. I pride myself in my knowledge and understanding of how play helps children develope and learn.

My Qualifications

I completed my Level 3 Diploma in childcare and Education in 2010. And alongside this i have my Paediatric First Aid, My level 2 in food hygiene, Safeguarding children and also children's right to read.

My Availability

I am currently full until September 2027, however may have days available at request. I also offer Heather Primary School and Heather Pre School pick up and drop off's

Mon
Tue
Wed
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Fri
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Sun
Before School
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
no
no
Morning
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
no
no
Afternoon
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
no
no
After School
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
no
no
Evening
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
Overnight
no
no
no
no
no
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Available
Not available
Last updated 11/03/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.00 per hour

My fee for full time children will be £6.00per hour.
Before and after school are priced at my hourly rate up to 09:00am and from 15:00pm
School Holidays will be priced at £6.00 per hour, I also accept tax free childcare, funding and workplace vouchers

My Local Schools

My Ofsted Inspections

The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.

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Good
13 March 2023
Children thrive in a nurturing environment that promotes learning and exploration. The setting provides diverse experiences, including visits to nature parks and toddler groups, fostering curiosity and knowledge about the world. Literacy is encouraged through storytelling, while health and independence are prioritized. Parents express high satisfaction with the care provided. Areas for improvement include increasing access to mark-making equipment and enhancing support for younger children's engagement in activities.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.

My Documents

  • Ofsted Certificate (added 20/01/2021)
  • Training Certificate: Homebase childcare certificate (added 25/01/2021)
  • Training Certificate: Food Hygiene (added 20/01/2021)
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