Poppins
Childminder in Rochford
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Female Member since Apr 2016 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 05 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
** SPACES AVAILABLE ** My name is Samantha and I am an Ofsted registered childminder. I am also a member of PACEY. I work flexible hours, all year round, and can also offer 9 months, 2, 3 and 4 year old funding places.
I have 3 children who are aged 34, 23, and 20 and two amazing grandchildren age 8 and 10.
I pick up from Great Wakering Primary Academy.
I am based in Victoria Drive, Great Wakering, near Cupids.
I have a clean, safe and smoke free home with a fully enclosed back garden, with large patio area and indoor playroom.
I have an extensive range of indoor/outdoor toys, and plan many exciting activities and crafts to suit all age groups.
I follow the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) for children under the age of 5, this enables the children to play and enjoy a range of activities, whilst learning and developing at the same time.
I attend local playgroups and regularly visit the park, woods, beach, library, sealife centre and local soft play centres, which gives the children in my care a wide range of experiences. Each day at Poppins is different and jam packed with fun.
I am a very well organised, caring person and consider myself to be reliable, honest and trustworthy.
My rates are £7 per hour and all meals, snacks and drinks are included in my hourly fee. This fee also includes nappies.
Nutritious home cooked meals made daily.
My Experience
I have the experience of bringing up my own three children, 1 boy and 2 girls, and regularly babysat my young niece and nephew for many years. Having became a nanny in 2014 I now enjoy spending time with my adorable granddaughter, who is now 10 years old and a delight to be around. I am also the very proud nanny of an 8 year old grandson.
My Qualifications
Ofsted Registered
Fully insured with PACEY
ICO Registered
Enhanced DBS checked
Level 3 Diploma in Home based childcare
Level 3 safeguarding trained
Current Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 Certificate
The Prevent Duty Level 2 Certificate
The SEND Code of Practice Level 2 Certificate
Equality & Diversity Level 2 Certificate
Supporting Early Language Development Certificate Level 2
Improving Children's Learning Through Play Certificate
Promoting Positive Behaviour Certificate - Updated March 2019
Child Neglect Level 2 Certificate
Reflective Practice in the Early Years Certificate
Preventing Bullying Level 2 Certificate
First Aid Essentials Level 2 Certificate
Child Protection Level 2 Certificate
Child Protection Refresher Level 2 Certificate
Personal Safety Level 2 Certificate
Equality and Inclusion in Early Years Settings Certificate
Child Exploitation & Online Safety Level 2 Certificate
A Magical Place To Learn
Causes and Spread of Infection
Understanding Anaphylaxis Level 2
Understanding Asthma Level 2
Online Safety Level 2
Improving Children's Learning Through Play Level 2
A Good Place To Be Two
Developing Children's Numeracy Skills
Keeping Children Safe on the Internet
Fulfilling the Role of the Key Person
Supporting Literacy Skills
Partnership With Parents
Developing Self-Esteem in Young Children
My Availability
I am very flexible and am sometimes able to pick up your child depending on where you live, times required etc.
General vacancies
School holidays cover
Emergency cover
Please contact me to discuss your individual needs
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My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
£7 per hour which includes all food, drink, snacks, nappies, wipes and nappy cream
My Local Schools
- I provide pick ups at Great Wakering Primary Academy
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
- UK Passport (added 05/03/2024)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Poppins. 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.
Sam started looking after my two kids at age 1 year and 2 and a half. From the moment I met Sam I knew she was the right person for our family. Her home environment is wonderful and her enthusiasm for getting the kids out and about almost everyday is amazing. They are always having so much fun and Sam sends me daily photos showing me what they are up to.
They also do brilliant craft projects and are always surprising me with gorgeous gifts!.
Sam has been so accommodating in fitting around my work schedule whist picking up and dropping off my kids. Both my children adore her and run to the door every morning showing her name. I literally couldn’t be happier!
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