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Hickorywood Home Daycare

Family / home daycare,
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Kingston, K7P2E6
Ontario, Canada
Samantha
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Legend - 0: with deficiencies | 2: adequate | 4: first-class provider
+4 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"My two children who are 6 and 4 are both cared for by Sam. Sam has cared for my children since September 2011, and both children love to be with her and her family.

Sam always has fun activities planned, and get messy with great crafts, and science projects.

Since being at Sam's daycare, both children have developed great interpersonal skills with having a relationship with many of the children at the daycare.

Sam is always honest, open, and easy to communicate with.

The facilities and activities that Sam has for all the children are great learning methods, and Sam has a exceptional patience for all children, no matter of their ages.

I highly recommend Sam as caregiver of your children."
Laura (67.193.199....), May 30th 2012
+4 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"My one year old daughter Kaidence has been apart of Sam's daycare since April 2011. It's not generally easy for parents to leave their child for the first time in the hands of someone else, essentially trusting them to raise and influence your child when you have to return to work. BUT, after meeting Sam and her family I felt comforted knowing that someone was going to care for my baby girl with the same love and kindness as her own children. Our daughter has BLOOMED in Sam's care. Not only is she having fun but she's learned so much. From healthy relationships with other children of all ages, to arts, crafts, some sign language, and basic skills, there's so much she's gained from the environment and Sam.

From the get go, Sam has been open, honest, and exceptionally easy to converse with. Although we have never had any concerns about the care of daughter is receiving, my husband and I feel very confident that should we have a concern we can easily approach Sam and know that she would address any issues immediately. She has remained flexible and understanding, always having the children's best interest in mind. She communicates continuously with parents, updating them on what's happening around the daycare, what your child is eating and the activities they're participating in. She certainly goes out of her way to keep parents informed and that makes me feel apart of my daughters day!

We feel VERY fortunate to have Sam and can't speak highly enough about her and her family. She has really made a difference in our daughters life and we feel as though we've gained immensely from having made the decision to send our daughter to her daycare.

Thanks Sam!!!"
Paula (64.118.18....), Sep 1st 2011
+4 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"Samantha is a caring, knowledgeable, and loving daycare provider. She treats my daughter as her own, and there are always plenty of fun and educational activities included each day. My daughter loves it at Sam's place, and it is not often that she likes being away from mommy :)

Sam has plenty of experience in child care, both with her wonderful children as well as with the children in her daycare. She is an Attachment Parent who is open-minded and respectful of others' views. I am very happy to have her as a caregiver for my daughter."
Mariana (67.193.152....), Jul 7th 2011
+4 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"My daughter has been cared for by Samantha on a regular basis since she was 3 or 4 years old. She is now 9 years old. When it comes to children, Samantha is the most patient caregiver I know. She is flexible and easy-going. She disciplines in a fair and consistent manner. Samantha is kind-hearted and genuinely loves children and cares deeply about their well-being. She even misses her daycare kids when they are not there. I asked my daughter what I should write and this is what she said: "Sam's really nice. She has lots of things to play with. All the kids are nice." So there you have it, right from the horse's mouth. :-)"
Debra Readman (74.14.60....), Jul 3rd 2011
+4 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"My daughter was in Samantha's care for almost 2 years. We got posted to Vancouver so had to move on. I can only hope that we find another caregiver as good as Sam was. This woman has so much patience and love for each and every child in her care. She just had her her 6th baby but don't let that scare you off...her set-up and organization is amazing. Each child is cared for equally and with so much love. Sam also took my daughter when I was in labour and cared for her for over 24 hours straight. We will miss you Auntie Sam....so very much! Thank you again for everything you have done for us!"
Allison W. (67.193.233....), Jul 3rd 2011
+4 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"My daughter thoroughly enjoys going to Samantha's for daycare. She asks to go even on weekends when she gets to spend her quality time with mommy and daddy. She comes home with crafts on a weekly basis and is filled with a sense of pride and accomplishment from these activities. She has been given a sense of community and social skills through regular trips to the local pool, library and parks.
I feel as though my daughter has benefitted tremendously from Samantha and I do appreciate her wonderful work efforts towards the children."
Tanya (207.35.220....), Jul 3rd 2009
+4 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"My daughter recently went to Samantha's for daycare. Mackenzie loved it there and wants to go back once I get a new job. (laid off previous job) Mackenzie LOVED the crafts and I found Samantha very caring when our family was going through a divorce. I knew when Samantha was in charge that Mackenzie's needs would be filled."
Shelly (67.193.211....), Jul 3rd 2009
+3 Childcare provider: Samantha

I obtained services from this family / home daycare, dayhome and I find that:

"Sam had 5 of her own children, which she home schools (some with high needs) when I first met her I was concerned that she the attention and special care her own children require may interefere with the watch full eye required for my two VERY busy munchkins. I was worried that the time required caring her own 5, especially with the special needs children, would hinder the care my children received; however, my concerns was quickly put at ease by Sam's wonderful nature and ability to interact with all little souls.

Sam is incredibly organized, caring, giving and truly loves children. She has a knack for making time for everyone and making them all feel loved. The knowledge and experience she has aquired by caring for her own children has given her the ability to be structured, yet flexible, patient, educational and creative in her approach to child rearing. She spoke immediatly about her intention to assist my children in growing up with good values, happiness, and love.

Her care for children isn't her job, but her passion. She is incrediably enthusiastic, proud and excited about my children's successes and achievements, and very forgiving and generous with my children's failures. She see the absolute best in my children.

She is diligent and attentive in reference to their care. Sam always has activities in the works for the children. Walks, Trips to the park, library, conservation area, local swimming pool, crafts, educational activites, just to name a few. My children come home smiling, and with grass stains.....evidence of a truly active day of fun and stimulation.

Sam also is always willing to take my children on short notice in the event of unexpected care, as my Husband works shift work.

Sam truly is a perfect fit for our family. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for care!!!

Erin"
Erin (198.103.109....), Jul 3rd 2009
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