Samantha
Childminder in Waterlooville
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Female Member since Apr 2012 Last Updated Oct 2025 Last Login 16 Oct 2025
My Summary
**Spaces Available On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, And Friday From September 2026**
About Me
Hello, my name is Samantha (Sam) Jarvis, and I’m an Ofsted-registered childminder based in the Purbrook/Crookhorn area of Waterlooville. I live with my husband Ben and our two children — Harry (17) and Archie (12) — in our four-bedroom chalet bungalow, which offers a warm, family-focused environment for the children in my care.
I have been childminding since 2015, proudly achieving two “Good” ratings from Ofsted. After taking a short break during 2021 to support my own children with home learning and to gain further experience in a local preschool, I realised how much I missed the personal connections and individualised learning that home-based childcare offers. I reopened my setting in 2022 and was delighted to once again receive a “Good” Ofsted grading in May 2024.
At SJ Childminding, every day is filled with fun, learning, and adventure. We love exploring the outdoors, visiting local groups, and creating meaningful experiences that support each child’s unique development and interests.
Children in my care have access to a range of inviting spaces within our home:
Playroom – Our dedicated play space, filled with toys, books, and engaging activities tailored to each child’s age and stage of development.
Living Room – A cosy area for quiet time or relaxing with a short programme after lunch.
Garden – A safe outdoor area where children can explore, play, and enjoy fresh air in all seasons.
Sleep Room (Study) – A calm, quiet area for rest, with a travel cot for babies and sleeping mats for older children who need nap time.
If you’re looking for a nurturing, homely environment where your child can play, learn, and grow with confidence, I’d love to hear from you.
Based in Purbrook/Crookhorn, Waterlooville
Ofsted Registered – Rated Good (May 2024)
My Experience
I have been childminding since 2015, proudly achieving three “Good” ratings from Ofsted.
Alongside my childminding career, I have also gained valuable experience working in reception classes and nursery settings, where I completed my Level 2 Certificate in Childcare and Education.
As a mum of two, I bring over 17 years of hands-on experience caring for children from birth through to the teenage years, combined with a decade of professional childcare and early years experience. This blend of personal and professional knowledge helps me provide a nurturing, understanding, and well-balanced approach to supporting every child’s development.
My Qualifications
Ofsted registered
12hour paediatric first aid
Cypop5 home based childcare qualification
Level 2 certificate in childcare and education
Safeguarding
DBS checked
Level 3 Sen
My Availability
I am open between 07:30 to 16:30 Monday,Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
(I can be flexible if hours are needed outside of these times)
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | no | no |
After School | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 16/10/2025 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.50 per hour
My fees are £5.50 per hour, per child.
This rate includes all snacks, drinks, attendance at groups, and small local outings, providing great value and a variety of enriching experiences for every child.
Funding and Support:
I am registered to accept both Government Funding (from 9 months onwards) and Tax-Free Childcare. Please feel free to ask if you’d like help understanding how these schemes can be used towards your childcare costs.
Nursery/Preschool Drop-Offs:
If I take your child to nursery or preschool, the full hourly fee will still apply while they are there, as your child’s place within my setting remains reserved.
Holidays and Closures:
I take up to 4 weeks of holiday per year, and no fees are charged during my planned closures.
If I or my own children become unwell with a contagious illness and I need to close, no fees will be due.
If your family takes holiday while my setting remains open, full fees will still apply to retain your child’s place.
If your child is unwell (including contagious illness) and unable to attend, full fees are still payable, as the setting remains open.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about fees, funding, or availability — I’ll be happy to help.
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 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.

My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 28/06/2022)
- Inspection Report: May 2024 inspection (added 19/06/2024)
- Inspection Report: Ofsted Inspection 13.6.16 (added 26/07/2022)
- Inspection Report: Ofsted Inspection 18.7.19 (added 26/07/2022)
Reviews

Latest reviews
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Sam has been our childminder now for just over one year. We made the decision to change childcare providers just before my son's first birthday and it was the best decision we made.
Sam always ensures that we are communicated with and even shares 'milestones' throughout the day because she his excited to have witnessed a development. For example we have all been working on Louie pronouncing his 's' and today I received a text to say they were walking along the street and Louie shouted bus!!!!!
Sam is extremely flexible to our needs and will always ensure that the care Louie receives is outstanding.
Louie could not be happier and his development has been amazing!!!! We honestly couldn't ask for anything more!!!
by
Parent
on 28/09/2016
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