Lucie

About Me

**Learn N’ Play Childminding – Alford**

Hello, my name is Lucie, and I run Learn N’ Play Childminding in Alford.

I am a qualified early years practitioner with an SVQ Level 3 in Childcare, working as a registered childminder and funded provider. I am also continuing my professional development through further study in early years and childhood practice. I also hold a BA in Economics.

My setting is now fully focused on children aged 0–5 years. I am very passionate about the early years, outdoor learning, creative play, crafts, and meaningful experiences that support children’s development during these important first years.

I currently have some school-age children in my care who have been with me long-term; however, I am no longer accepting new school-age placements. This allows me to dedicate my time, environment, and planning mainly to the needs of younger children.

At Learn N’ Play, children are supported through a thoughtful balance of child-led play and practitioner-guided experiences. Children’s interests guide our learning, while carefully planned activities and suggestions help extend their skills, curiosity, confidence, and engagement.

Children are supported through:

* Play-based learning
* Outdoor learning and local outings
* Creative activities and crafts
* Child-led exploration
* Stories, songs, language and communication
* Independence, confidence and social skills
* A calm, nurturing home-from-home environment

We spend as much time outdoors as possible, exploring our local community and beautiful Aberdeenshire. Indoors, children enjoy a warm, caring environment where they feel safe, valued, and supported as individuals.

I work closely with families to build strong relationships and ensure that each child’s care, learning, routines, and well-being are supported in ways that are personal to them.

**What Learn N’ Play offers:**

* Qualified early years practitioner — SVQ Level 3
* Registered childminder and funded provider
* Early years focus — 0–5 years
* Outdoor learning, creativity and child-led play
* Warm, nurturing, home-from-home care
* Strong partnership with families

If you are looking for a caring, qualified childminder who is fully dedicated to the early years, please feel free to get in touch.

Lucie
Learn N’ Play Childminding – Alford