Sam Tonkin
Childminder in St. Albans
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Female Member since Aug 2023 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 11 May 2025
My Summary
Stepping Stones Childcare - St Albans
About Me
Hello, my name is Sam - I’m an Ofsted registered Early Years Educator and mum to three amazing boys. My setting is situated next to Beaumont School in the Oaklands (AL4) area of St Albans.
We have a wide selection of toys and activities, with a safe astroturfed garden that is accessible all-year round. There are plenty of ride-ons and play equipment for all ages to enjoy.
I actively engage children in the community and we attend a range of music and story telling groups, we visit local parks and outdoor spaces, as well as soft play centres. We also visit other local childminders and this ensures that all of my minded children get lots of new experiences, surroundings to explore, physical exercise and new friends to play with.
The children all learn the importance of manners, kindness and sharing whilst socialising and interacting with other children and adults. This helps them to develop their confidence and get them ready for the school transition.
My Experience
I am Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) trained, have a Paediatric First Aid certificate and both my husband and I have full DBS. I have attended courses on Safeguarding Children, FGM, PREVENT, Children’s Behaviour Management, Nutrition 1 & 2 and Food Hygiene and keep up-to-date with my personal CPD.
My ethos is to inspire a culture of respect, honesty and kindness and to value the uniqueness of each child’s individual learning needs and interests. This happens through time to play, space to explore and freedom to choose. I aim to provide a nurturing and safe home environment in which your child will thrive and their well-being is at the heart of everything I do.
My Qualifications
Full DBS, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, a range of EYFS Ofsted recognised training courses.
My Availability
My setting is for 0-3 year olds and we are open Monday to Thursday, between the hours of 8am - 5:30pm all year round.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 11/05/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £9.00 per hour
I accept the 9 month to 23 month and 2 year old funding, 15/30 hours and the government tax free childcare scheme.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Oakwood Primary School
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 10/09/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 10/09/2023)
- UK Driving Licence (added 10/08/2023)
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