Sam has cared for our daughter for the past 5 years, since I returned to work when my daughter was 11 months old. Over this time Sam has been invaluable, helping us to bring up our daughter and instilling in her the manners and behaviour we felt were important. Our daughter has thoroughly enjoyed the time she has spent with Sam, learning through play and activities carefully designed by Sam, yet clearly having had fun while with Sam. We have a delightful book of achievements which Sam completes daily. Reliable and dependable, Sam is also approachable and always willing to discuss any concerns no matter how trivial. After starting school our daughter asked to return to stay with Sam for extra childcare during the holidays. Sadly we have moved away so are unable to continue this relationship.

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