Rita
Childminder in Wolverhampton
My Summary
About Me
Growing Smiles Childminding officially opened in September 2025 and is run by myself, Rita Samuels, alongside an experienced Childminder Assistant, Chloe.
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and focus on: - Building strong, trusting relationships - Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing - Learning through play and everyday experiences - Encouraging independence and confidence.
My Experience
i previously worked in education for over 30 years, mainly in early years, safeguarding and family support. On leaving education, with a wealth of experience, I decided to continue the journey and venture into creating new and nurturing experiences for young children within the home.
My Qualifications
HLTA
DDSL in school and DSL at Growing Smiles
Prevent
First Aid
Safeguarding
Food Hygiene
Counselling
My Availability
Open term time and most school holidays.
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
I provide full day, shorter day and half day fees, which are available on request
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 (issued 18/10/2024)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 21/04/2026)
- UK Passport (issued 05/01/2024)
- UK Driving Licence (added 20/04/2026)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Rita. 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.
My two children have been cared for by Rita since she started Growing Smiles. One of my children was struggling to settle at our previous childcare setting but within a couple of weeks she was settled at Rita’s which made me feel much more at ease. Both my children have flourished in confidence, they are always excited to tell me about their day and at weekends they even ask me if they are going to Rita’s! The set up is brilliant and the activities are innovative. My children are learning lots too and often come home having learnt new skills or facts. I couldn’t fault Rita and her assistant Chloe at all, I highly recommend their childcare services!
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Erin
on 23/04/2026
Both Rita and Chloe care for my daughter in an excellent manner. My daughter adores them and is always excited to return. Lovely set up with lots to keep them engaged my daughter is thriving. I highly recommend Rita
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Penny
on 22/04/2026
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