Samantha's Reviews
Childminder
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder receives consistently glowing reviews from parents. They praise her for providing a loving, nurturing environment with varied activities and regular updates. Children are reported to be happy and thriving in her care. Parents appreciate the flexibility, home-like atmosphere, and the childminder's attentiveness to each child's individual needs. Overall, she is highly recommended as an excellent childcare provider.
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Below are the latest reviews for Samantha. 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 is amazing, she is so accommodating and offers me some flexibility which is so hard to find with other childminders.
My daughter started attending just before she was 1 years older and has developed amazing social skills since attending and being around Sam, her family and all the other children. Florence is always reaching at the door when I drop her off, she can’t wait to cuddle Sam… and see Maisie the dog.
Sam keeps me updated all day with photos of what she’s up to, what she’s had for lunch and any naps she’s had.
Florence often comes home with drawings or cards she’s made for her family, like fathers and mothers days cards, which is always lovely to see and receive.
We are so glad we found Sam and her family.
Highly recommend her
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Sarah
on 21/06/2021
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Samantha
on 21/06/2021:
Thank you so much. I'm always ready for a Florence cuddle, they are the best!
Going back to work from maternity leave and deciding where to place my little girl was an important decision for me.
Finding Sam was a godsend. From the minute I met her and her lovely family I knew she was perfect to take care of my little girl.
I receive regular updates throughout the day of activities that have been done that day.
Isla loves her time at Sam’s with all the family, children and furry friends.
I cannot ask for any more out of a childminder. If you are looking for the best then Sam is that and so much more.
Thank you for everything Sam, I am so happy we found you!
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Lucy_l89
on 17/06/2021
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Samantha
on 17/06/2021:
Thank you so much. We are so happy you found us too. Isla makes me chuckle every day.
It was last summer that I was looking for childcare for my little boy. And as a family we wanted him to have the same love and laughter that we have in our home.
The wonderful and fantastic Sam contacted me through childcare.co.uk offering a place, if we’d like to come for a trial.
That was now 9 months ago, and it feels like we’ve known Sam a lifetime.
Sam is so in sync with my little boys needs, wants, likes, dislikes, knowing when he is ready to try something new, introducing him to many new experiences and teaching him how to be independent.
He’s also met so many wonderful friends, both children and fluffy ones.
He’s completely settled and happy with Sam and her fabulous family.
I don’t know what we’d do without our Sam, she really has become apart of our family.
WE LOVE SAM!
💜💜💜
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Kerry
on 07/05/2021
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Samantha
on 07/05/2021:
💕 Thank you so much. I love my days with our beautiful, happy boy.
Sam is absolutely wonderful. I am so glad I found her!
After an absolutely horrendous experience with another childminder who basically could not be bothered with my son, made me doubt myself as a parent and was to be honest the most unprofessional person I have ever come across; Sam came into our lives and I cannot thank her enough.
My son is the happiest little boy with her and I am so thankful that she has took him under her wing and shown him that he can be happy away from Mummy!
She sends us regular updates, gives him healthy meals and treats and basically is the best. My son loves her and her family to pieces... as do I!
Thank you Sam 💕
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Gemma
on 29/07/2020
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Samantha
on 16/09/2020:
We are so glad you found us. We love your sunshine boy, you guys AND your baking!!! 😆 😘
Couldn't ask for a better place then with Sam and her family. They helped me with having my son Connor when I had to go back to work. Tried a few places but I didn't feel comfortable leaving him with them. Then I saw Sam and felt so at ease. Such a lovely place and Connor has made many friends with the other children there.
She's always keeping me update throughout the day with what he's been doing. The range of food she makes for him is amazing 😍 there is always a good variety on his plate with lots of colours too.
Not only do they play inside but she's got a lovely garden with plenty to do aswel, and even some fluffy family members too 🐰
Also they have play dates at the park, toddler meetings and baby yoga. So he's become a confident little man and had picked up talking and walking quickly.
I don't drive but the Spondon Flyer bus is great as it stops right outs the house. There's always the Ilkeston Flyer too that is just a 10min walk from Sam's house to the village
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Trisha
on 20/04/2020
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Samantha
on 20/04/2020:
How lovely. Thanks so much Trish. We love our Baby Connor days. He's such a sweetie 😍
I was so lucky to get a place for our son with Sam . She is just the BEST. Thomas loves every second with her whether it was playing in the sand , going on adventure walks or going to a play group ( yoga , dance all sorts ) couldn’t have wished for anything better for my little boy . She is caring and loving and honestly will become part of the family . Thank you from the bottom of my heart you gave my son happiness and confidence xx
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Sarah
on 20/04/2020
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Samantha
on 20/04/2020:
Thsnk you so much Sarah. We feel very lucky that you found us too! Thomas is an absolute star and we adore him ❤
Sam is absolutely wonderful. She was the first ( and last!) child minder we went to visit when we were looking for someone to look after our little girl. As soon as we met her we knew she was the right person. She’s very gentle, kind and absolutely amazing with children. I get regular updates and photos throughout the day showing what they are doing which is great! Sam provides lots of fun activities and my daughter is always very happy when I pick her up. I can’t recommend Sam enough and we are blessed to have her in our lives. Thank you x
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Beth
on 15/04/2019
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Samantha
on 21/04/2019:
Thank you so much Beth. We love looking after your little girl, she is so much fun. I look forward to our dancing days! Xx
After a really bad experience with another childcare provider, who said that our baby was too busy to handle we were scared. We were worried that our 7 months old girl was too much trouble. We were in a very bad situation as we had to find a childminder quick.
Luckily Sam appeared to rescue. We realized from the first minute of our visit that Sam is the best childminder you can imagine. We have seen her interact not only with our little girl and other children in her care but also her own children and we have never heard her talk to them in any other way than really supportive and really politely.
She is always enthusiastic and positive. She keeps us updated on a regular basis of what activities they are doing. Sam even managed to start some Spanish rhyme time as I am from Barcelona and talk to our daughter in spanish.
We can tell that our daughter loves it there because she is always happy to go with sam and never in a rush to leave.
We would recomend Sam to anyone as we belive that she is an amazing childminder and better person.
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pokteo
on 13/05/2018
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Samantha
on 14/05/2018:
How lovely. Thank you so much. We are all so pleased that you found us, your little girl is amazing and we all adore her!
We have been fortunate enough to find Sam Fisher to look after our son Noah for 2 days a week.
We had 2 or 3 childminders to meet before we made a decision of who we should ask to look after our little man. After meeting Sam ( the 1st person we saw) there was little point in seeing the others as our minds had pretty much been made up.
She is a wonderful, kind, engaging childminder who Noah loves spending time with. She updates his diary daily with what he has been doing and his reactions to things and circumstances. She also sends us pics on whatsapp of him during the day. They regularly go on outings and have a variety of activities. We honestly couldn't have wished to pick a better childminder. If I could rate 6 stars, I would.
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Andy
on 26/08/2017
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Samantha
on 30/08/2017:
How lovely! Thank you so much Andy! I am so pleased you picked us too, Noah is a sweety xx
Sam is Amazing! When we first met Sam and her family we were made to feel extremely welcome by everyone, including the rabbits! We were so impressed, we instantly felt like we didn't have to visit any other childminder.
Sam provides our daughter with a fun and emotionally rewarding environment where we have no doubt that she receives the love and care we ourselves would give her on a daily basis. From the daily photo updates we get via text, the daily diary and the monthly newsletter emails, we feel that we are adequately informed of Harper's day to day activities and routine. If you are looking for someone who will treat your child as the unique individual that they are, then look no further! Sam it is an absolute pleasure to have you in our child's life :)
Cassie, Heather & Harper
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SandyCas
on 15/06/2016
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Samantha
on 16/06/2016:
How lovely. It is a pleasure to have you all in our lives too! Your daughter is a little star who makes us smile every day xx
5** for Sam her husband and her kids and get rabbits :) we chose her after viewing 6 various people.
She made my children feel at ease instantly ...
Happy laid back environment my kiddies easily mixed in with hers.
Can feel at ease going to work knowing they have the best care.
Thank you Sam and your lovely family xx
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on 24/02/2016
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Samantha
on 27/02/2016:
How lovely! Thank you Danielle, we are looking forward to seeing you all again at Easter xxx
My little lady Isla (20 months) has been going to Sam's for 4 weeks now after taking the hard decision to move her from a nursery to Sam's. It was such a big decision to make but I'm certainly glad I made the choice and found Sam to take care of my daughter 5 days a week. Since being in Sam's care Isla has come on leaps and bounds and really enjoys going to Sam's everyday. I get regular photo updates during each day which are lovely and nice to see Isla having so much fun. Sam is a lovely caring person and nothing is to much for her and the care she gives is fantastic, she has everything in her house for all different age children and Isla has lots of fun everyday and most days Sam takes the children she cares for out.
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on 28/09/2015
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Samantha
on 30/09/2015:
Thank you so much. We love looking after your little princess, she is wonderful xx
After a bad experience previously, I was apprehensive about leaving my 8 year old daughter 5 days a week during the holidays. However after meeting with Sam and her family, I instantly felt comfortable leaving my daughter there. My daughter always comes home with different crafts, cakes, and stories of things she has done, and places they have been as Sam always has age appropriate things planned. And I often get photos! All the children seem so happy and content and I can see that is because Sam is so patient and loving towards them all. My daughter will miss Sam and everybody alot once school starts but will hopefully be back! Her children also made my daughter feel more than welcome. Seeing Sam always kissing and hugging and ticking the little ones, always attentive and answering every question from the others just shows how much she loves her work, and what a lovely enviroment she creates. With Sam you really will have peace of mind that your child is safe and happy. So Thank You!
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on 24/08/2015
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Samantha
on 24/08/2015:
Thank you so much!! We have all loved having your wonderful daughter visit. She is a pleasure to look after and will be very missed! Come live near us!!!!!
I found myself in a situation where I needed to find emergency childcare for my 3 year old daughter at very short notice. This was a stressful and worrying thing for me and I was very apprehensive about leaving Isla with someone she didn't know. After reading Sam's reviews and sending her a message, she made me feel so much better from the very first message. After visiting Sam at her home, it was clear that Isla loved it there and I was instantly put at ease and completely sure that I was leaving Isla in very safe hands. As soon as I dropped her off at Sam's it was clear that she felt at home straight away, and after picking her up, she didn't stop talking about her day and how much fun she had with Sam and all her new friends. I really couldn't recommend her enough, thank you so much Sam :) x
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on 28/05/2015
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Samantha
on 28/05/2015:
Awwwww, thank you Jen. We had a lovely day with your wonderful little girl, she is an absolute star!! x
Isla has been going to Sam 4 days a week since Jan 2014 when I returned to work, something I was very apprehensive about but Sam helped make the transition as easy as possible for both me and Isla. It's always easy to drop Isla off in the morning as she can't wait to get inside and play with Sam and all the other children and is often reluctant to leave! Since being at Sams, Isla is developing more and more every day. We are both really pleased with everything that Sam is offering Isla, with lots of interesting and varied days for her to enjoy. Would highly recommend!
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on 29/04/2014
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Samantha
on 29/04/2014:
Thank you Laura. We love having Isla come and play - she is a little star!
Sam is absolutely amazing, I can not be happier with the care she provides for my daughter Sophie who is one and my Son William who is nine. They both enjoy their time spent with Sam and her team and it makes going to work and being away from them so much easier knowing they are happy and having fun. Sam provides a great family environment for the Children and does lots of lovely activities and crafts with them. I would highly recommend Sam and her lovely team of ladies to anyone considering a Childminder over Nursery care.
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on 23/01/2014
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Samantha
on 24/01/2014:
Thank you so much. We love having them here!!!
Having to work complicated three shift system , i was really worried about going back to work. I put an advertisement on this site approx july 12, for our son to begin with a childminder dec 12 and Sam got in touch. Felt we had found the right person and family immediatley. Sam was prepared to vary the days Mathew comes to her, and we even arranged for him to come for two overnight stays a month whilst i work overnight. Over the 5 months he has been with Sam, Mathew has settled in brilliantly, and loves to come and play. He is growing up quick, is learning lots of new things and having lots of different experiences in and out of Sams home. Sam and her family have made us feel so welcome in their home, Thanks to all of you, sam, family and helpers, you are all superb. You have made going back to work so much eaisier x
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on 18/04/2013
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Samantha
on 25/05/2013:
We love having Mathew come and play, he is like part of the family :)
Sam has been an amazing childminder, my 2 yr old has been attending 4 days a week for 9 months now and loves her time with Sam, my 5 yr old also spends time at Sam's during the holidays and she really enjoys spending time with Sam's own children too. My 2 yr old is always disappointed on my day off when she realised that she's not at "Dams" for the day!!
The activities that are provided are great and varied and very good value too.
I would happily recommend Sam as a great childminder and hope to continue to use her services well after my youngest starts school.
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Heidi
on 08/04/2013
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Samantha
on 09/04/2013:
I am so glad you found me too! I love my time with your wonderful girls xx
Samantha Fisher has been a wonderful child minder for my daughter, she has looked after her in the mornings before school and also taken her to school each day for the last month.
My daughter loved being at Samantha Fisher's house and she rushed straight to the dressing up box every morning. Samantha is a kind and helpful lady with tons of patience and lots of experience in looking after children.
This child minder comes very highly recommended by everyone one who knows her, she is an excellent choice.
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