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Lesley Smith

Childminder in Stirling (also available for babysitting)

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Female Member since Oct 2012 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 07 May 2025

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My Summary

Scotland Care Inspectorate Registered
DBS Check
First Aid Training
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
Childcare Qualifications
Tax-Free Childcare

About Me

Hi my name's Lesley and I've been a registered childminder with Care Inspectorate since Sept 2012.

I live in Strathmore Drive with my two children Lewis and Erin. We have a friendly cat but you will rarely see her as she's scared of children and tends to stay upstairs!

I use my house, garden and outings to ensure that your child is learning and developing but most of all having fun....through play.

I'm not the childminder for you if you don't want messy, dirty or wet clothes and would rather your child stayed indoors because it's raining!
We do go outside as much as possible, this will include walks, visits to the beach, exploring in the woods, park or just splashing in puddles!!

If we are inside it can be anything from messy play to arts and crafts. We also go to soft play, toddlers and visit local shops. All in the safe knowledge that your child will be well looked after in a warm, loving, caring and fun environment.

I have a large enclosed garden for the children to use and the whole downstairs of my house.

* I CURRENTLY DON'T DO FUNDED SPACES *

My Experience

Apart from being a mum to two children since starting childminding I have looked after children of all ages ranging from 6 months to 11 years old.

I am committed to offering the best service I can and am constantly updating my qualifications.

My Qualifications

SCMA INDUCTION TRAINING.
CHILDCARE FIRST AID.
SCMA - CHILD PROTECTION.
SCMA - GETTING IT RIGHT FOR EVERY CHILD (GIRFEC).
LEVEL 2 - FOOD HYGIENE.
SCMA - CHILD LED PLANNING.
SCMA - INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL IN CHILDCARE SETTINGS.
SCMA - LET'S BE FRIENDS - PREVENTING BULLYING BAHAVIOUR.
SCMA - PROMOTING EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY WITH CHILDREN.
FOOD ALLERGY CERTIFICATE
SCMA - CHILD DEVELOPMENT
SCMA - OUTDOOR PLAY
SCMA - BUILDING THE AMBITION
SCMA - WORKING WITH ADHD AND THE AUTISM SPECTRUM
KNUTSFORD - TEACHING 1 & 2 YEAR OLDS
KNUTSFORD - TEACHING 2 & 3 YEAR OLDS
KNUTSFORD - TEACHING 3 & 4 YEAR OLDS
INTRODUCTION TO ADVERESE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES (ACEs) AND EARLY TRAUMA
KNUTSFORD - LEARNING THROUGH PLAY IN THE EARLY YEARS
SCMA - THINK STEM!
EDUCARE - MENTAL WELLBEING IN CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
LASER - SUPPORTING LEARNING ACTIVITIES
LASER - CAUSES AND SPREAD OF INFECTION
LASER - AN INTRODUCTION TO SAFEGAURDING
LASER - SUPPORTING CHILDREN WITH ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
LASER - PROMOTING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR
LASER - CHILD DEVELOPMENT 0-5 YEARS
LASER - PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE EARLY YEARS
LASER - OUTDOOR PLAY
LASER - CARING FOR CHILDREN WITH ALLERGIES


I continue to update this training and will be doing more courses in the future.

My Availability

Please contact me for details as to my current spaces.

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Before School yes yes yes yes no no no
Morning yes yes yes yes no no no
Afternoon yes yes yes yes no no no
After School yes yes yes yes no no no
Evening no no no no no no no
Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 10/04/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.00 per hour
  • Babysitting from £10.00 per hour

My Local Schools

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Below are the latest reviews for Lesley Smith. 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.

Amazing childminder

5 stars

As a anxious first time mum leaving my little one to go back to work was scary but finding Lesley was such a relief. knowing I was leaving my baby with someone I knew would take the best care of her made it a lot easier. I knew when I left hoona with Lesley she would have little adventures and have someone who would give her cuddles when she needed it.
What made me go with Lesley as a childminder was how calm, engaged and adored she was by the little ones she looks after.
Honestly if u are looking for a childminder I would 100% recommend Lesley, if we hadn’t had to move my little one would still be there :)

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by Avatar for BobbieM BobbieM on 22/05/2024

Lesley is an amazing childminder

5 stars

My son has been going to Lesley’s for childminding since the start of last year and has noticed a massive difference in his confidence around other children and in himself, thanks to Lesley and the care she puts into her job. She also takes the kids out for days out and gets them involved in fun and different activities.

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by Avatar for Hannah Hannah on 08/01/2024

The Best!

5 stars

My son has been with Lesley for just over a year now. He loves going and can't wait to get out of the car and into her house.
He's always looks like he's having a brilliant time in the photo updates that I get.
Lesley takes them everywhere and one of the main reasons we chose her as a childminder is how much time she spends with them outdoors, my son loves when they go exploring in the woods. Last week he even proudly came home with an ice ornament that they had made from the things they had found. Every day is a new adventure at Lesley's and he doesn't want to come home some nights!
Highly recommend Lesley and genuinely couldn't ask for anyone better or nicer to trust with our child.

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by Avatar for Dadofone Dadofone on 23/02/2023

Amazing

5 stars

My little girl has been with Lesley since the start of 2021. Lesley and her family were really welcoming my little girl settled in really fast and always looks forward to her day with Lesley and the friends she has made there. Lesley keeps her very entertained doing lots of different activities with lots of outdoor play.

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by Avatar for Charlie Charlie on 01/04/2021

Excellent Childminder

5 stars

Lesley had provided a childminding service for my son Carter from January 2017 to December 2020 full time. This is from Carter been 1-4. I cannot rate Lesley and her children enough for the love, care and attention Carter got during this time. He came part of the family and loved going to Lesley’s.
Carter’s social and developmental growth really excelled due to his time at Lesley’s. They went for long walks exploring and we’re always doing something. I used love getting the picture updates on Facebook of their adventures.
Carter was always coming home with pictures and crafts he was making and even Christmas decorations.
Carter also used to come home immaculately clean which is amazing considering he is quite a clumsy child.
We were all really sad when Carter left in December as Lesley and her children had become Carter’s 2nd family.
I cannot rate Lesley high enough and I was always 100% certain he was getting exceptional care.

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by Avatar for Stacey N Stacey N on 04/01/2021

Highly recommend!!

5 stars

I can’t recommend Lesley highly enough! She really does have the magic touch with children. My wee boys nearly 3 so will be leaving lesleys care and moving to nursery. He has thrived at Lesley’s. She is always doing something with the kids wether it be a simple walk in the fresh air, crafting, soft play,playing in her massive back garden, really too many to list. Her kids are lovely and her house immaculate. I honestly don’t think you could find someone more trustworthy with the care of precious kids than Lesley.

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by Avatar for Louise Louise on 04/12/2019

Amazing

5 stars

I cannot recommend Lesley highly enough. My son has been going to Lesley's house for nearly 2 years and absolutely loves it.
I had never used a childminder before and was nervous but Lesley and her children have made him feel like part of the family and the bond they all have is absolutely amazing.

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by Avatar for SD81 SD81 on 08/10/2019

fab

5 stars

After making the hard decision to leave my daughter in someone else's care so I could return to work I sought out Lesley. After just a few weeks I can happily say I feel so at ease and comfortable leaving my daughter in Lesleys care. from day one she has made a real effort and every day has been better. my daughter is greatly benefiting from the socialising and experiences Lesley provides. lesleys house is always immaculate and well kept. would highly recommend to anyone.

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by Avatar for Abi Abi on 22/02/2018

Fab!

5 stars

Brilliant with my daughter, she always looks forward to seeing Lesley and the other kids. First childminder I've used and wouldn't want to go elsewhere!

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by Avatar for Parent Parent on 03/03/2015

Lesley's Childminding

5 stars

I have been using Lesley's childminding service since my daughter started school in August 2013. I cannot recommend Lesley highly enough! My daughter obviously loves going to Lesley's and my mind is at ease knowing that she is well looked after and has a wide and diverse range of activities to occupy her. Lesley's house is spotless and she has a large garden that is more than big enough to tire out a group of energetic kids on a sunny day. She definitely gets the thumbs up from both me and my daughter.

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by Avatar for Parent Parent on 02/03/2015

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