Crazy Crew Childcare by Emma Smith - Registered Childminder

16/08/2026

☀️💛 What an absolutely amazing summer with the crAzies! 💛☀️
Every day has been filled with adventures, there’s never a dull moment with this bunch! I honestly wouldn’t have it any other way — the laughs, the mischief, the friendships and all those little moments ❤️

01/08/2026

Celebrating all things bear in July 🐻

Excited to be restarting our August adventures on Monday 😊

18/07/2026

01/07/2026

What a month June has been! Crazy Crew took part in the 30 Days Wild challenge, and we truly embraced every kind of weather nature threw our way — sunshine, showers, wind, and even hail! As we wave goodbye to June, we’re welcoming July with open arms (and maybe, hopefully a sunhat or two!) and our bear‑themed summer adventures! Here’s to a month of laughter, learning, and wild discoveries! 💛

07/06/2026

Yesterday I spent the day at a PlayDay conference at Queen Margaret Uni. It was a full day, with keynote speakers in the morning and workshops in the afternoon. It was absolutely brilliant. The speakers were from organisations that I've done loads of training with over the years and all are advocates for and in particular outdoor play. It was really inspiring listening to them and also listening to some research of people who are doing PHDs based on all things play. The workshops were good fun as well. It has reinforced the importance of outdoor play, and how it is absolutely pivotal to children's development and wellbeing.
Thrive Outdoors Learning through Landscapes Scotland Play Scotland International Play Association - IPA Scotland

31/05/2026

🌟 What a MAY-zing month it’s been with the Crazies! 🌟

From messy play and outdoor adventures to crafts, games, laughter, and learning — our crew has been busy making memories all month long 💛🎨🌈

Here’s a little look back at some of our favourite moments from May!

26/05/2026

Today we are enjoying a lovely, relaxed walk together 🌼🐦 We slowed down to listen to the birds singing, picking dandelions along the way, and simply enjoying the space, fresh air, and time together. Sometimes the little moments make the biggest memories 💛

12/05/2026

Happy Childminding Week 2026! 💛

Being a childminder is so much more than a job — it’s laughter, learning, messy play, cuddles, adventures, and watching little personalities grow every single day.
It’s such a privilege to help shape wee lives, build confidence, create happy memories, and be part of something truly special.

Here’s to all the wonderful childminders making a difference one child at a time 💫



Scottish Childminding Association

03/05/2026

April Adventures 💛

28/04/2026

"People often say to me, “You’ve got your hands full!” or “I don’t know how you do it!” — and honestly, days like today are my answer. 💚
Being a childminder isn’t about “managing chaos”, it’s about creating calm in the simplest places. Out in the woods, following the burn, listening to the water, spotting bluebells and foraging wild garlic together — just gentle learning through nature.
These calm, wild moments are what childcare can be — not just keeping children busy, but giving them adventures, freedom, and connection to nature.
Scottish woods are the best classrooms!