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Nicholas

Childminder in Airth (also available for babysitting)

Female Member since Nov 2009 Last Updated Oct 2024 Last Login 06 Nov 2024

My Summary

Scotland Care Inspectorate Registered
DBS Check
Special Needs Experience
Overnight Care
First Aid Training
Weekend Babysitter
Daytime Babysitter
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
Key Worker Childcare

About Me

Hi I have been a childminder for the last sixteen years, I left nurseries when I had my daughter and have been childminding ever since. She is now eighteen, and studying teaching at university, grown up however I enjoy the job so much I've continued minding. Childminding gives me the opportunity to do the job i love involving my daughter. I have had a childcare background since leaving school so have a vast amount of experience. I am registered with the care inspectorate, .
I have a really safe and secure garden for them to play in. And offer a range of activities, outings and group visits. I am a friendly approachable childminder, please feel free to contact myself to enquire and ask any questions. Parents/Carers are welcome to visit.



School holiday vacancies available for age 5 +. Limited ore school spaces please contact me for details.
I have some availability for under three year olds please message for details
I work with my mum who is my fully registered and insured assistant, she attends training events also including first aid. All the children are treated like extended family. We offer a homely stimulating and friendly environment for your wee ones.
Dinners are an option which are provided using setting the table guidelines home cooked meals.

My Experience

I am a qualified early years worker and have been childminding since 2002. I provide a service in Airth Falkirk. I have been graded 6 excellent in all areas, Parent references can be provided.
I have worked in nursery and after school clubs.
I have a vast amount of experience in the childcare sector. I am registered to provide funded hours with Falkirk Council.

My Qualifications

Hnc childcare and education. I am recently achieved my SVQ4 in social services children and Young people, this is a management qualification .
On going training through scma. I have a vast amount of training which is ongoing throughout the year. Continually update.

My Availability

7.00 am to 6pm Mon to fri. Babysitting available outside these hours. Hours can be negotiable
School holiday spaces available for school holidays at present. Limited pre school spaces please contact me for details.

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Before School yes yes yes no no no no
Morning yes yes yes no no no no
Afternoon yes yes yes no no no no
After School yes yes yes no no no no
Evening no no no no no no no
Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 28/10/2024

My Fees

  • Babysitting from £10.00 per hour
  • Childminding from £4.50 per hour

Contact Nichola Smith Airth for details. I provide a sibling discount. And competitive rates. I provide quality affordable childcare.
Dinner and lunch can be provided or lunch boxes brought from home

My Local Schools

This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.

My Documents

  • Other (added 28/10/2024)
  • DBS Check (added 31/05/2019)
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