Lesley
Childminder in Paisley
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Female Member since Mar 2011 Last Updated Aug 2023 Last Login 17 Oct 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hi, my name is Lesley
I have 3 children of my own, ages 26,22, and 18
I stay in Foxbar in Paisley. I offer a home from home enviroment. your child will be made to feel like part of the family. I have a private page for each child where you will see photos of your childs day. I provide daily diaries until your child is old enough to tell you about their day. I provide a stimulating enviroment with lots of outdoor play, childminding / toddler groups, local visits to park, libraries, beach,swimming, soft play, picnics you can go off to work in the knowledge that I will look after your little cherubs as if they were my own.
I am registered with the social care and social work improvement Scotland ( formally known as care commission
I am a member of the Scottish childminding association.
My Experience
I worked in a local authority nursery in Foxbar for 22years
have plenty of experience working with children. I started childminding in 2011 and I enjoy it tremendously.
My Qualifications
NNEB
city & guilds level 1 communication and language
city & guilds level 2 communication and language
SOME OF THE COURSES IVE WENT ON SINCE BECOMING A CHILDMINDER
Paediatric 1st aid ( every 3yrs)
Natural Creativity
part 1 child protection ( updated 2017)
Outdoor play( potential of a puddle)
Home fire safety training
Food Allergy online training
promoting healthy lifestyles
Elementary Food Hygiene
Booktrust training session
pre- birth to three
online basic first aid
online advanced first aid
online pediatric first aid course
hand hygiene
covid course
My Availability
Monday's - Thursday
8.00am - 5.30pm with some flexibility)
full time/part time spaces/term time and school holidays, ad hoc days
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | 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: 08/08/2023 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
to be discussed at meeting
My Local Schools
- I provide pick ups at Heriot Primary School
My Documents
- First Aid Certificate (added 15/01/2022)
- PVG Check (added 30/04/2019)
- Care Inspectorate Certificate (added 27/04/2019)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for lesley. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users 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.
Lesley has such a welcoming and friendly home, from our first visit I knew this is who I wanted to care for my wee boy (you know when you just get a good feeling) My little boy started with Lesley just before his first birthday and Lesley has exceeded all expectations over and over again! My little boy cried the first couple of times I dropped him off and the guilt and worry kicked in but Lesley was so reassuring and put my mind at ease instantly, sending me a photo of him playing and settled each time within 5 minutes of leaving him! Lesley kept us updated with daily detailed diaries and pictures of his day on a private Facebook page she created for us, she also made a folder recording all his achievements and learning milestones. Lesley is so kind and caring and a wealth of knowledge - always there to listen and offer advice and help (we were first time parents so we felt like we hit the jackpot with Lesley) Even throughout Covid and Lockdown when the world was full of uncertainty and fear, Lesley made a safe, loving environment and kept routine and structure for my boy when the world was in chaos. Lesley was always out with Robbie in the park or toddler groups or soft play ensuring he learned key social skills, she goes over and above to help with anything she can, I can’t recommend her enough! Lesley is a mother herself and has years of experience working within childcare settings - her passion for her job is evident and the love, care and kindness she shows the children in her care shows this.
by Natalie about lesley on 23/08/2022
Response by lesley on 23/08/2022:
Natalie thank you so much for the amazing review. I can't thank you enough. It was a pleasure looking after Robbie and getting to know you and the rest of the family. I'm so glad you feel that Robbie's time in my setting was beneficial to him, I have loved watching him grow and achieve his goals throughout his time with me. I wish you all the best and hope Robbie has a great time at Nursery.
Love Lesley. X
Lesley has been looking after our daughter for over a year now and she also provides school holiday care for our 6 year old son, she is one of the best child care providers around. We had a dreadful experience with a local nursery when our son was little and when it came time to look for child care for our daughter it was really quite stressful and a worry as to where we would find good quality care and not repeat our experience previously. We shouldn't have worried as we found Lesley and she put all our worries to bed. On first meeting Lesley I just knew she was the one to look after our children. She's approachable, open, warm and caring to both of our children and works with our children and their needs and requirements. She has built a beautiful relationship with our daughter and she looks forward to a Wednesday when it's time to go to Lesley's house. Lesley has encouraged our daughter to be independent in all aspects of self care and various activities. She has worked with our son and encouraged his ability in letters, numbers, reading and writing. She has lots and lots of different activities from arts and crafts, attending groups, being outdoors and days out. Nothing seems to phase her and she will ask the children what they want to do and will do her very best to meet those needs and wants if she can. She really does provide a home from home environment and will welcome your child in to her own home as if it is their own. I promise you will not find better than this lady as she is one of, if not the best, in child care provision around! :)
by Lynsey about lesley on 12/04/2019
Response by lesley on 12/04/2019:
Lynsey thank you for that wonderful review I had a tear and a lump in my throat as I read it. Its so lovely to be appreciated and I'm so glad that you are happy and can go to work in the knowledge that i will take good care of your little treasures.. It is a pleasure to look after your children who are a credit to you both.. I love my job and not many people can say that. Thanks again Lesley xx
Lesley has been looking after my little boy for 18 months now, he is a happy little boy who just loves going to "wesweys". It's a great environment where Lesley plans each day to include educational and fun activities, attending groups and socialising with other children. Lots of outdoor activities as well as arts and crafts. Lesley keeps me up to date with a daily diary and lots of pictures on face book.
Lesley a genuinely lovely lady who provides brilliant care and as a mum makes it easy for me to go to work and not worry about my little boy.
by Parent about lesley on 11/07/2017
Response by lesley on 12/07/2017:
Thank you so much for the review it means a lot. I eally enjoy my job and im so glad that you can go off to work knowing that your son is well looked after. Happy child happy mum and dad. Xx
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