Elaine72
Childminder in Morningside
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Female Member since Apr 2012 Last Updated Feb 2025 Last Login 12 Feb 2025
My Summary
About Me
Hi,
I am a partner provider with North Lanarkshire Council and can provide 1140 hours for free funded childcare to eligible 2 year olds and to all 3 - 5 years old which may be split with local nurseries. I provide a safe environment where children can learn and develop through play in a home setting. I can also pick up from some local schools from 3pm - 5pm
I am registered with Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (SCSWIS) and a member of Scottish Childminding Association. (SCMA)
I proudly received all 5's in both my inspections which is only one away from the maximum score, of which being a 6. My inspection can be read in the care Inspectorate website.
I am married to Drew and we have three grown up children, Craig, Gemma and Hayden.
We have two dogs called Buddie & Lexi who are very much part of our family.
We live in a rural area near Morningside, Wishaw and I have children attend from surrounding areas of Morningside, Allanton, Newmains, Carluke and Wishaw.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile
Many Thanks
Elaine xx
My Experience
I have gained valuable experience, including, at present raising three children of my own and had over twenty years within the care industry. Eight of which have been at a senior level.
I am self motivated, enthusiastic, competent, trustworthy, reliable and honest. I strive to achieve a holistic and person centred approach and will work closely with parents/carers to maximise the children's development. I will ensure all children are treated fairly and equally and achieving personal outcomes.
I aim to ensure, through training, my knowledge is up to date and relevant to the service I provide.
I offer a childcare service with a more personal and flexible approach to assist with everyday family life. As well as providing a warm, friendly safe home environment with a family atmosphere I aim to provide regular and varied opportunities to make full use of the facilities within the local community. I strongly believe in developing children through lots of activity and play.
My Qualifications
SVQ 3, (SCQF level 7) Children and young people
SVQ 3 in Health & Social Care.
SCQF level 2 Autism Awareness
Food Hygiene,
First aid,
HIV, Hepatitis B and C infections,
The adventure of Sid and Shinarri Training
What happens in the baby room
An enabling learning environment,
I made a unicorn,
A good day to be two,
Solihull Approach Resource, Investing in nurturing lives & communities,
Understanding children rights,
Online Safety,
Supporting Early Learning Language Development,
Promoting Positive Behaviour,
Outdoor Play,
Partnership with Parents,
Child Development,
A new Approach to Child Poverty,
Building the Ambition,
Setting the Table,
Team Building,
Child Protection,
SCMA pre - reg training
Councelling skills
My Availability
I have no availability at the moment.
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Morning | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 06/02/2025 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
Fees can be discussed when assessing each individual's needs.
Fees include: Breakfast, Morning snack, lunch, Afternoon snack, Arts & Crafts, Outings, Groups, Soft Play Centres, Library, Local Park and the knowledge your child is in a safe and secure environment.
Extras:
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Morningside Primary School
My Documents
- Care Inspectorate Certificate (added 29/04/2020)
Reviews

Latest reviews
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Elaine is friendly, welcoming, caring and kind. She is extremely patient, reliable and trustworthy. My little one loved his time with Elaine and all the fun activities they got up to. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending her.
by
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on 06/10/2017
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