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Samantha

Childminder in Heather

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Female Member since Nov 2014 Last Updated Aug 2025 Last Login 01 Sep 2025

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

Between myself and my assisstant we have over 20 years experience working in a nursery, pre school and also as a children's representative abroad. We pride ourselves in our 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 have full time and part time space available as well as space for before and after school drop off and collections from Heather Primary School. I can also do drop offs and collections for Heather Pre School.

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 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 no no
Last Updated: 12/08/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.00 per hour

My fee for full time children will be £4.50 per 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 £4.50 per hour, and £4 per hour for any siblings.

My Local Schools

My Ofsted Inspections

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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

  • image/svg+xml Ofsted Certificate (added 20/01/2021)
  • Training Certificate: Homebase childcare certificate (added 25/01/2021)
  • Training Certificate: Food Hygiene (added 20/01/2021)
  • First Aid Certificate: Paediatric First Aid (added 20/01/2021)
  • Exam Certificate: Safeguarding Children (added 20/01/2021)
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