Registered Childminder
Based in Prestonpans, serving East Lothian
Hello! My name is Christy.
I’ve been in the childcare business for over 26 years in a wide variety of childcare.
I’m a Registered Childminder with
the Care Inspectorate and SCMA. You can check my Inspection Report on the Care Inspectorate website.
My setting is a calm, flexible home-from-home environment in a quiet residential area close to a park. I have a great understanding of child psychology and fostering healthy behaviour through modelling, role play, praise, prompting self-thinking skills, building confidence, and strong emotional support. Every child is different is a value I carry in supporting and respecting their individuality.
I follow Child-led Learning with lots of free play, open-ended toys/items, enriched learning aides, with 15 minutes of organised daily learning, and plenty of outdoor play. I have a large garden, a few walking paths, and a community play park right in front of my house. I regularly share updates, photos, and developmental observations with parents to keep you connected to your child's day and progress.
Please Note: I have 2 cats at my setting, see my Pet Policy for details.
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My Services
Providing care for
Ages 0 to 6 years old
I have experience with infants, supporting children with ADHD and additional needs and I work closely with families to understand each child.
Please Note: I do not offer nursery drop-offs or pick-ups.
Hours of Operation
Termly-based
Tuesday - Thursday 8:00-2:30
Please contact me for my current availability as days and times may change with each child in my care.
Termly: My setting is closed on public holidays and when school is closed.
Rates
£6 per hour
Fees are to be paid weekly or monthly in advance. Please see my Fees Policy for more info.
I also offer Tax-Free Childcare with Government Gateway.
Serving Milk
Whole milk is served unless otherwise required or requested.
I provide and serve milk at my setting. This includes the different kinds of milk, including formula if required.
I provide all necessary eating utensils, plates, cups, and cutlery. You are more than welcome to provide your own eating utensils if your child has a specific type or brand that is most suitable to them.
I currently do not serve meals or snacks.
Parents provide food.
Allergies are handled with great care.
Aims and Objectives
Mission Statement
Aims:
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To respect individuals always and value their needs and views
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To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment for the children in my care
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To provide a fun-loving experience that children will feel secure, content, and happy
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To maintain an open and honest connection with parents to ensure the best of care
Objectives:
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Create and maintain a friendly, respectful environment for children and parents
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Records for safety regulations will be checked and documented regularly
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A variety of learning tools will be introduced through interactive play, toys, art, and lessons
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Safeguarding taken very seriously and carefully
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Respect for children and parents' individual needs, requests, and differences will be implemented at all times
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Records for safety standards and health requirements will be documented and checked regularly
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Details and an individuals' privacy will be respected and confidential
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A variety of learning tools will be introduced through interactive play, art, toys, and lessons
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Remain attentive and alert to the individual needs of the children in my care
A Day at Christy's Childminding
Your Child's Wellbeing Plan
To ensure each child's wellbeing is monitored and followed through each child will have a personal plan designed to grow with them. Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC) approach is applied aka SHANARRI:
Safe
Healthy
Achieving
Nurtured
Active
Respected
Responsible
Included
7 Key Areas of Development
In addition to general free play learning, we spend 15-20 mins a day practicing an organised activity focused on the key areas of development.
Personal, social, and emotional
Communication and language
Physical (gross motor and fine motor)
Literacy
Mathematics
Understanding the world
Expressive arts and design
Outside Play
Whether we are doing an activity or freely exploring, outdoors is full of learning opportunities and an important part of childhood. We are outside as often as possible including out in the garden, walks, nature exploration, various nearby parks, or nearby outings and events depending on weather and permissions.
A Typical Day
8:00 Arrival, wash hands, Breakfast
Free Play
9:15 Story and All about Today
9:30 Wash hands, snack
Free play (park/walk)
10:30 Organised learning activity (15mins)
11:30 Change nappy, Wash hands, Lunch
Free play
12:00 Wash hands, Songs and Stretch
12:15 Nap/Quiet Time (1.5-2hrs)
2:00 Wake, Wash hands/Toilet, Snack
Free Play
4:30 Pick-up/Closing
