Giraffe Childminding

Welcome to Giraffe Childminding

My name is Ann Bloor and I've been a registered childminder with the Care Inspectorate (Number – CS2022000346) since October 2022, offering my services throughout the East Ayrshire area.

I'm well-versed in the love and dedication that childcare demands. The understanding I've gathered through my journey of interacting with children right from infancy to those with varying complexities strengthens my resolve to serve as a devoted childminder.

About Me

I possess remarkable experience and skills that make me adept at providing an engaging childminding service. The insights I've gained from my roles as a nanny and a caregiver have deepened my understanding of how a top-notch care service should be.

My love for creativity will surely add a dash of colour to your child's life. I aim to seamlessly blend my artistic skills into craftwork designed for children, ensuring they enjoy a wholesome learning experience. I'll also engage them in a broad spectrum of fun yet educational activities that stimulate their minds.

Making social interactions a part of their routine, I regularly take children to toddler groups, providing them ample opportunities to mingle with their age group. This also allows me to connect with fellow childminders and continually learn from their experiences and advice.

Qualifications & Training

I completed a comprehensive induction course in childminding through the Scottish Childminding Association, covering vital topics like child protection, health and safety, child development, and behaviour management. Completed SCQS 7 in Social Services Children and Young People. Undertaken extensive courses in working with children with special needs including ADHD and Autism as well as Makaton Sign Language and I am a qualified pediatric first aider.

With my registration, I can care for up to six children at a time, with a maximum of three not yet attending primary school and only one under the age of one.

I adhere to Care Inspectorate requirements and Scottish Government guidelines by embracing the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) approach and the eight SHANARRI well-being indicators: Safe, Healthy, Achieving, Nurtured, Active, Respected, Responsible, and Included.

My Ethos

I will strive to:

• Provide a safe, secure, and clean environment for your child to play, learn, develop, and grow.
• Provide a wide variety of stimulating activities that are appropriate to the age of your child.
• Recognise your child as an individual and provide opportunities for your child to develop their interests.
• Encourage creativity, self-expression, and imagination through various games & activities.
• Promote your child’s good behaviour through praise, encouragement, and guidance.
• Encourage and develop language and communication through one-to-one interaction alongside a range of play, storytelling, and other activities.
• Develop dexterity and coordination, through a variety of games and fun activities.
• Be a positive role model and promote social skills, encouraging courteous behaviour and respect for others.
• Develop moral values that promote consideration for individual and cultural differences.
• Provide a healthy diet and encourage your child to learn about their health and well-being.

Fees and Important Information

Fees must be paid in advance on the first day of the week that the child attends (if payments are to be paid weekly) or on the first day of attendance of the month (if payments are to be made monthly).

Pre-School Children (0 to 5 years)

Full Day (7:30am to 5:30 pm) £55.00

(7.30 am to 2:30pm) £40.00

School-Aged Children (up to 12years)

Before School (7:30am to 9am) £20.00

After School (3pm to 5:30pm) £20.00

Before and after School £35.00

School Holidays / In-service Days

Full Day (7:30am to 5:30pm) £55.00

Half Day (7:30am to 12.30pm / 12:30pm to 5:30pm) £30.00