Sam is a fantastic person who is thoroughly committed to her role as childminder and the children that she cares for. She draws on her school teaching experience to stimulate and develop the children within her care and her attention to detail and thoughtfulness is second to none. She forged a beautiful relationship with our son by recognising his needs and in no time he felt secure leaving us and being with her. As an anxious mum, Sam's flexibility and adaptability was hugely appreciated and many efforts were made to accommodate not only my son's needs - but mine as well!
Her setting is clean and welcoming and on constant toy or theme rotation to keep it fresh for the children. She accommodated our child's dietary requirements with ease and enthusiasm and I am continuously impressed by her organisational skills. Sam has been perfect and, as our son is now ready for a nursery setting as he reaches that age, we will look fondly upon his time with Sam and continue to recommend her to anyone looking for a child minder who's heart is truly in her work. Thank you for everything Sam!

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