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Isabel S

Childminder in Cumbernauld

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Female Member since Mar 2013 Last Updated Apr 2021 Last Login 29 Apr 2024

My Summary

Scotland Care Inspectorate Registered
First Aid Training
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications

About Me

I have been a childminder for over 25years and I have been childminding in Carrickstone for 21years. I offer a service where the children in my care feel happy, safe and at home. I have built strong relationships with both children and parents. I adapt my services to meet the individual needs and interests of the children In my care. I offer a wide range of activities such as art and crafts, baking, construction and dress up. I am an active person and take advantage of my locality where I often take my children on nature walks and I access local sporting facilities.
We also attend castles, play parks and lots of other places where the children can have fun and learn new experiences.
For infants I keep parents involved in their child's day I keep a daily home link book. This allows parents to take the book away and comment on their child's day. I work alongside my older children to plan their weekly activities and snacks. This planner is available in advance for parents to see. I still maintain strong relationships with previous parents and children. As a mother I recognise choosing the right childminder for your child is one of the hardest challenges you will face when returning to work therefore I can readily provide reference contacts of previous/current parents to give you an insight into my service.

My Experience

I have been a registered childminder with SCMA/SCSWIS over 21years. I have again achieved a grade 5 which I have kept for many years.
I have built up professional relationships with parents, my local school and nurseries where I drop off and pick up. I enjoy working with the children and they have a great input into what we do. My aim is to do the very best for your child and work together with you so that your child enjoys their childminding experience. I create situations which allow the children to investigate their interests and surroundings.
I often attend playgroups/toddlers and other classes which allow my children to interact with others. I also attend organised events promoted by North Lanarkshire Council as well as other organisations e.g. NL fun day and Hobbycraft experiences.

My Qualifications

I have gained and maintained certificates in Food Hygeine, children's First Aid and child protection.
I also attend other courses I think relevent to my service for example "Mind-stretchers" and health and nutrition courses.

I have also gained a NC Certificate in Childcare and Education and an SVQ certificate in Childcare and Eduation.

I have also completed a Scottish Progression in Childcare and Education and have most recently achieved an HNC certificate in Birth to three years.

My Availability

I have one day places available just now which can be for 0-5 or 5 and above.
I can pick up and drop off from local nurseries and schools.
My services run from 8am- 5.30 however times can be flexible.

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Before School yes yes yes yes yes no no
Morning yes yes yes yes yes no no
Afternoon yes yes yes yes yes no no
After School yes yes yes yes yes no no
Evening no no no no no no no
Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 25/04/2021

My Fees

  • Childminding from £4.50 per hour

My fees are competitively priced and we can discuss these.
I am also a fully funded provider with NLC offering 1140 hours for eligible 2’s and 3/4 year olds.
These hours can be split between nursery and myself to fit in with your needs.

My Local Schools

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