Pauline
Childminder in Potterton (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since Sep 2010 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 01 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
My name is Pauline Wood, I am a fully qualified childcare practitioner working as an experienced & reliable fully insured childminder. I am registered with The Care Inspectorate and a member of the Scottish Childminding Association. I work from my family home in Potterton, near Aberdeen.
I live with my husband Marc, our youngest daughter Alice, our dog and 2 cats.
I aim to provide a safe, secure, healthy, welcoming home-like environment for your child and to help develop their abilities, ideas and feelings through a variety of free play and structured activities some of which are arts & crafts, cooking, messy play, story time, puzzles, role play etc. trips to the park and further afield.
My Experience
I have worked as a registered childminder since February 2011. Prior to that, I have experience of working with children aged 0 - 5 years in creches, 2's group and playgroup. I have been a qualified Rainbow & Brownie Leader in Potterton since 2007 (ages 5 - 10).
My Qualifications
SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF Level 7
Emergency Pediatric First Aid
Food Hygiene & Safety Level 2
Food Standards Scotland - Food Allergen Training
Infection Prevention & Control in an Early Years Setting
Child Protection Level 3
Improving Children's Learning through Play
GIRFEC Training
Managing Behaviour
Pre-registration Childminding course run by the SCMA
Toothnology - a course in dental care
GDPR Training
Risk Assessment
#Think STEM Exploring Maths and Numeracy through Science
SCMA Training – Evidencing Practice
Think STEM – Autism, ADHD and the Senses
Music For All
Child Development – 0-5 years
I have also been on various courses run by the Guiding Association including Safe Space and Crafts. I am continually evaluating the quality of what I do and plan carefully for improvement and attend courses for CPD
My Availability
I work from 7.00 am - 6.30 pm daily but I am very flexible to meet the needs of parents. I can offer 6.30am starts for shift workers - please get in touch for more information
I am also available for occasional/emergency childminding if you need some time for shopping, appointments etc. I also offer babysitting in your own home. (Baby sitting service is covered by insurance).
I HAVE VARIOUS SPACES BECOMING AVAILABLE SOON DUE TO CHILDREN MOVING ON TO NURSERY/ACADEMY - PLEASE GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | no | no | no | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | no | no | no | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 01/05/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
- Babysitting from £12.00 per hour
Pre-school Children
£6.00 per hour
School Age Children
Before and After School £6.50 per hour
In-Service Days and Holidays £6.00 per hour
This price includes all snacks. Parents to provide a packed lunch.
Ad Hoc Babysitting £12 per hour
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
- Care Inspectorate Certificate (added 14/02/2024)
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