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My aim is to provide an environment in which children will be secure, stimulated warm and happy.

About Me
My name is Louie Milliken and i am a registered childminder. I am registered by the Care Commission and i am insured by the Scottish Childminding Association.  I have 3 daughters of my own age 10 years, 7 years and 1 and a half years. I previously worked in Edinburgh's Sick Childrens Hospital as a clinical support worker, before deciding to become a childminder. I hold a Scottish Progression Award in children's care and play, various child protection certificates, up to date first aid certificates, and i endeavour to continue to attend regular training opportunities. My service aims to provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment for any child.

Ages of children:  children are welcome from birth to 12 years old.

I pick up and drop off at Lasswade Primary School and St. Mary's Primary School

I will provide meals if requested and i provide snacks. Children can bring their own lunch with them if prefered. i provide healthy snacks and homecooked meals. i encourage the children to eat healthily at all times.

I would ask that parents bring their child/children to visit before their start date to familiarize themselves with the other children and to get to know myself and the house a bit better. This will make the first few days a little bit easier for the child.

Hours of opening.
7.30 am till 6.00pm Monday till Friday
My fees are £4.00 per hour. I am open from 7.30 am till 6.00pm Monday till Friday. Saturdays can be discussed.
My holidays £0.00 per hour.
Parents holidays if coincide with mine are £0.00 per hour.
Parents holidays different to my holidays full fee - £4.00 per hour.
Public holidays £4.00 per hour.
Parent or child sickness £4.00 per hour.
Childminder sickness £0.00 per hour.

All parents are asked to supply a change of clothes. I will provide wipes but ask that parents must provide nappies and baby food.

Should an emergency arise I would arrange for a responsible adult to sit with the children and would contact the parents as soon as possible.

For the safety of the children I must be made aware of who will be collecting the children and at what time. They will not be permitted to leave with anyone I have not been previously introduced to.

Sickness policy.
I cannot accept an unwell child. If a child shows any sign of any illness, please refrain from bringing your child into my service for 48 hours. If a child shows any sign of any illness, then i will make contact with the parent immediately and the child should be collected. 

No medications will be given without prior written consent from the parents.

In the event of an accident parents will be informed and an accident report sheet will be completed and given to the parent to counter-sign.