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Samantha Astell

Childminder in Cannock

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Female Member since Jan 2014 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 04 May 2025

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My Summary

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
Key Worker Childcare
I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hi I am 51 years old, married and have two children, a daughter aged 19 and a son aged 23.
I also have a very friendly springer spaniel dog.

My Experience

I have been a registered childminder for over 10+ years but obviously, have plenty of experience due to having two children of my own. I have also been a part-time voluntary childcare assistant to Becky Robinson (Childminder) for two years, a parent helper in the Chase Terrace Cub/Scout Group, and a Parent helper at Five Ways Primary School (reception class). I have completed all local authority required training courses and myself, husband and children are DBS security police checked.

I have a full clean driving license, Business Car Insurance, and public liability insurance and are registered with ICO data protection services.

My Qualifications

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Paediatric First Aid (All courses regularly updated/renewed)
First aid essentials
Business Training
Child Safe Guarding
Basic Food Hygiene
DBS Police Checked
FGM Training
PREVENT Training
E-Safety internet Training
Plus many many more.......

My latest Ofsted grading is GOOD (Feb 2019).

My Availability

My working hours are 8.00 am - 5.00 pm Monday to Friday but will consider others.

I do not work Bank Holidays but may consider it if required.

I request 2 weeks' holiday per year but may not always use it.

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Before School yes yes yes yes yes no no
Morning yes yes yes yes yes no no
Afternoon yes yes yes yes yes no no
After School yes yes yes yes yes no no
Evening no no no no no no no
Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 29/04/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £5.00 per hour

My fees are £5.00 per hour which includes regular play group admissions (Paid by me).

I do not charge any fees during my holidays or if I am ill but charge full fee for your holidays or any child's illness to secure their place.

Any baby formula, nappies and wipes, etc need to be provided by parents. I no longer provide meals due to wastage and allergies but are more than happy to warm up a meal provided by you or a packed lunch.

All fees will be invoiced in advance monthly and I also except Childcare Vouchers and funded places.

Why not get in touch to arrange a setting visit.
Any questions please feel free to ask

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.

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Good
17 December 2024
A recent inspection revealed a positive and engaging environment for children. The curriculum focuses strongly on communication and language development, with activities that captivate interests and encourage independence. Good behavior is promoted through positive reinforcement, and parents express high satisfaction. Areas for improvement include managing transitions between activities and supporting personal care skills development. Overall, the inspection found the quality of care to be good across all areas assessed.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.
9 May 2019 - Good
3 June 2016 - Good
19 February 2016 - Inadequate
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Below are the latest reviews for SAMANTHA ASTELL. 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.

highly recommended

5 stars

I was really worried about leaving the kids with a babysitter for the first time, but I shouldn't have been worried at all!
she's a lovely, kind person and my kids fell in love with her! there wasn't any tears from them at all when I left.
my eldest really enjoyed her time with her and loved playing with her dog!
highly recommended 🌟

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by Avatar for Emma Emma on 21/08/2024


Response by Avatar for SAMANTHA ASTELL SAMANTHA ASTELL on 21/08/2024:

Thankyou so much they were a credit to you ♥️

Couldn’t ask for a better childminder

5 stars

Our daughter has been with Sam three days a week for the past 2 years.

She has absolutely thrived with Sam and her family. Being a lock down baby my daughter was very shy when first arriving.
But she was come on leaps and bounds.

We really couldn’t have asked for better. Sam is very caring, knowledgeable and reliable. I have always felt reassured leaving my daughter in her care. I feel blessed that our daughter has had such a positive role model in her life.

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by Avatar for Emma Emma on 28/07/2023


Response by Avatar for SAMANTHA ASTELL SAMANTHA ASTELL on 28/07/2023:

Thank you so much it has been a pleasure, I’ll miss her very much.

Lovely lady ☺️

5 stars

Having lived in France for quite a few years we have returned back to the uk. We met up with Sam the day after we moved here. We wanted someone to look after our son (2) whilst we both work. Sam was very welcoming and explained how the days are planned while children are in her care. Gave us some forms and booklets to fill in a about our son and his personal needs/routine etc. Our son had never been left with anyone before apart from family members for no more than a few hours so was worried how it would go, but he absolutely loves going to Sams and goes 5 days a week for 6 hours a day. Thanks so much Sam for looking after him. Such a weight off your shoulders when you know your child is being looked after the way you look after them yourself.

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  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for Parent Parent on 18/03/2019

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