Annmarie
Childminder in Cowie (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 2 days
Female Member since May 2013 Last Updated Jan 2025 Last Login 18 Jan 2025
My Summary
About Me
I am 53 years old, been married for 26 years to my husband Tony who works for Stirling Council I have a family of two Girls aged 22 in April 24 & 15 years. I love To spend time with the kids getting involved in all sorts of activities and Projects, We have no Pets, however, when possible visit the wildlife center, safari parks, etc
I drive and have a 9-seater vehicle. I love to do outdoor activities when possible weather permitting. I also love my arts and crafts and love the kids to show off their creativity with the use of Play-Doh/modeling/baking clay and loads more. My garden is a kid's playground they love it and we aim to make the most of it in good weather.
We have sandpits swimming pool, plum swings a lily pad/swings playhouse as well as a sunken trampoline, climbing frames, saucer swings seesaw, and loads of natural resources too, for the development of a child's gross and fine motor skills kid's seating and activity Center we also have smaller kids climbing frame with attached chute as well as messy play area complete with mud kitchen water area, so definitely loads to do.
And a fully packed playroom located in the garden for plenty of role-play activities and outdoor movie sessions too. However, they may be tired when they come home...
Completed my svq level 7 in young people and social care in childcare. In May 1997. I am currently working under ELC early learning and childcare for the local council and have undertaken funded hours for the past five years.
My Experience
I have been childminding for 12 years. As stated above I am a Stirling council and cross-boundary provider. which enables parents to use my services as a private partner childcare provider I work for the council nurseries for 15.50 hours a week 2.5 days and the government will pick up the tab, Also vulnerable 2 positions available for children whose parents meet the criteria information on request. I am A grade 5. Every child has individual needs that are catered for.
It is a tough job being a parent and they don't come with a guidebook, but let me take that responsibility off your hands while you enjoy some adult company and earn a living at the same time. I have a full 45 years of dealing with nieces nephews and now great-nieces, and nephews. And I enjoy every minute of it Which is why childminding is my chosen career.
My Qualifications
New spaces available
I have an elementary Food and Hygiene Certificate and attended an SCMA course on childminding, I! S v q in social care and young children. I have passed my Pediatric First aid certification. I have undergone training and a recent child protection course passed. Tears Tantrums and Traumas course as well as Successful Learners Confident Children and The Business Side of Child Minding., preventing Bullying, GIRFEC Training as well as giving evidence in Court. Child protection training Food Allergy Training How Children Learn and Develop Stages of Development and Learning Observation and assessment
observing children. to name a few. In Childminding it is a must to produce a catalog of continuous professional development
I Studied Web design to the HND level and I am a fully qualified dressmaker and Machinist. I am looking into new courses for this year always good to keep up with personal development plans. Keeps me on my toes as childminding is such a fast-paced ever-changing job.
My Availability
I am available from 8 am a.m. until 5:30 pm
although these times are specified I can negotiate should you require slightly different hours.
I can also arrange pick-up drop-offs times permitting that is.
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| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 18/01/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
- Babysitting from £13.00 per hour
I will discuss these with you on approach however my fees are standard for the trade & I supply snacks also
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Braehead Primary School
My Documents
- Exam Certificate: training certificate (added 06/11/2021)
- Exam Certificate: Civic 19 training certificate (added 15/05/2020)
- Exam Certificate (added 15/05/2020)
- Exam Certificate: Building the ambition (added 15/05/2020)
- Care Inspectorate Certificate (added 13/04/2020)
- Exam Certificate: SVQ (added 16/07/2017)
- First Aid Certificate: first Aid certificate (added 10/03/2017)
- Training Certificate: Observing Childrens development (added 05/02/2017)
- Training Certificate: Preventing Bullying (added 10/10/2016)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder consistently receives high praise for providing excellent care and engaging activities. Parents appreciate the nurturing environment, educational focus, and frequent outings. Children enjoy their time and show developmental progress. The childminder is described as professional, reliable, and accommodating, with strong communication skills. Many reviewers highly recommend her services.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Annmarie. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
My 5 year old son, who can be quite shy initially, has enjoyed being looked after by Annmarie from the very start and always looks forward to his stays. Annmarie provides a caring enriching environment with lots of fun activities that encourage development.
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vic
on 08/08/2023
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Annmarie
on 08/01/2024:
Thank you Victoria I have been locked out for ages now hence the late response.
Anne Marie is very great with kids. They go outdoors to soft plays, musical class etc... which is great for toddlers development. She also spend time with them doing crafts, free play at home etc... Great area to play at her house too. My wee one loves it even if she hasn't been there for long. She often say Anne's name at home when I say we are going to play. She definitely loves her and I really appreciate everything you are doing for and with her. Great childminder.
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Wendy
on 28/01/2023
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Annmarie
on 08/01/2024:
Thank you Wendy I have been locked out of this account for some time now hence the late response.
Amazing childminder, ma boy love Annmarie, have a lots of fun and amazing food with her,high recommended
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Mariq Cv
on 22/01/2023
My daughter has been with Ann-Marie now since August and she loves everyday she spends here :) they are always busy and up to something fun and not only is there fun days out and games there is such a brilliant educational side to everything which I love. Ann Marie is so open and friendly and the perfect person I trust to leave my daughter with each and every week while I'm at work :)
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Heather
on 22/01/2023
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Annmarie
on 04/07/2024:
Thank you Heather
Anne Marie is a fantastic child minder, always on the go and provides lots of fun days out for the kids. My wee boy has had lots of fun days out since he started, always experiencing new adventures. Anne Marie has a great garden with for the kids to play In with lots of activities, they are never bored. I’ve always found Anne Marie calm and relaxed, takes everything in her stride and all the kids along with her. Anne Marie brought in educational Elements to my wee boys care and was able to help him progress in many areas.
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Hazel
on 01/06/2022
My wee boy has been with Annemarie nearly a year now and can honestly say she’s been amazing. Goes above and beyond to make sure the kids have great days out and fun all the time would highly recommend and have recommended to people already as I’ve been very happy throughout tiylers time here. The amount of times I’ve went to pick him up and he doesn’t want to leave speaks volumes and she’s always willing to help when needed. Garden is amazing for all the children’s needs to with an amazing set up. No complaints at all 5star for everything.
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Sarah
on 18/08/2021
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Annmarie
on 19/08/2021:
Thank you Sarah
My daughter goes to Anne Marie after school and really enjoys it. She loves being there and has just asked to go more often!
Anne Marie is really professional and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending her to other parents.
The children are well looked after and nurtured.
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Claire
on 30/01/2021
My wee boy has been with annmarie since March 2019 and can say in that time he’s grown so much, turned into a brilliant chatty little character since being in annmaries care. He loves going to annmarie every time without any fuss or hassle, usually runs into her house as soon as we are at the door! Annmarie goes above and beyond for every single one of her mindees, she is like super woman I really don’t know how she does it! But I’ll never be able to thank annmarie enough for everything she has done, and still continues to do, for my child. I get updates, messages and pictures all throughout the day of everything they have been up to and where they go. The kids are never bored with annmarie, she takes them everywhere, can’t give the woman enough praise. If you are looking for a reliable childminder who puts your mind at ease and takes the upmost care of your child then annmarie is your woman. Lewis is 3 now and will be going to nursery next year but I’ll still continue to have his days with annmarie as I know she will give him the correct guidance and help in his lead up to starting primary school.
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Caeleigh
on 10/11/2020
My little girl has been here for 10ish weeks. In that time her talking has come on fantastic and so has her self confidence. She gets so excited when she sees the front door, she is that happy to go in she runs off without a kiss for mummy letting me know how happy she is to be going. Annemarie sends pics and messages through the day so I can see what they have been up to, her communication is brilliant. I am that happy with Annemarie I am keeping my little girl here for her 2 years of nursery instead of a main stream one. 100% would recommend
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Claire
on 07/11/2020
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Annmarie
on 07/11/2020:
Thanks Claire
I was visiting Stirling on a work trip for 4 days and I had my 2 year old daughter with me.
I got in touch with Annmarie, who informed me she would be happy to have my daughter for that time.
I wasn’t sure how my daughter would take to someone completely new, but she took to Annmarie great. Because Annmarie is so welcoming, so kind, so caring and attentive to each individual child’s needs, my daughter fitted right in from the off.
I was always kept updated with pictures and videos during the day and at the end of each day received a report on what my daughter had eaten, activities she did, what things she has learnt.
Having special dietary needs, Annmarie filled we with confidence from the moment I spoke to her that my daughter will be taken care of in all aspects.
Lastly when I am due to return to Stirling again, I will not be hesitating at all to pick up the phone and ask Annmarie for her childminding services.
Thanks again
Ps my daughter mentions on a daily basis the fun she had with you.
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Bhavik
on 27/09/2020
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Annmarie
on 27/09/2020:
Thank you Sam was a pleasure .
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