Louisa Gaines Registered Childminder

28/08/2026

We have packed so much learning and adventure into this week, I don’t know about the littles but Weeza needs a rest!

27/08/2026

24/08/2026

Cracking day spent with our cm friends, then a 2 hour exploration of Duffus Castle!

Love days like this, full of freedom, fun and friends 🤩

21/08/2026

A very interesting and informative day at the Moray Childcare Network event

20/08/2026

Our week 🤩

Great to have our term time buddy back in the mix - a busy week with a day at Newcroft looking after the animals, park visit, checking up on the construction by the high school, visits to Spey fruit, a walk around town, toddler group and the library, lots of free play & lots of cuddles for our tired new p1 friend 🥰

18/08/2026

Wishing all my present and past mindees who are going into P1 & S1 the very best first day at school tomorrow! You are going to totally smash it!
Mums - I want photos!! 🥹

06/08/2026

Today’s fun - muddy boots, dirty hands, and happy smiles 🌿🍂

When children are dressed for the outdoors, they have the freedom to fully embrace everything nature has to offer. Splashing in puddles, climbing over logs, digging in the mud, collecting treasures, and exploring the woodland floor all help children learn in ways that simply can’t be recreated indoors.

A little mud washes off, but the memories, confidence, and skills children gain last a lifetime.

Dress for the weather, embrace the mess, and let children experience the joy of exploring the natural world the way it was meant to be—hands-on, adventurous, and full of wonder. 💚🌳🍄

31/07/2026

Looking for flexible working from home? Becoming a childminder could be for you!

If you have been looking for an opportunity for more flexible working from home that fits with your own family life, The Scottish Childminding Association (SCMA) offers a fantastic package of support to help you get started in childminding, through the Programme for Scotland’s Childminding Future (PSCF).

The PSCF package of support includes:
⭐One-to-one support every step of the way from the Scottish Childminding Association
⭐A minimum £750 business start-up grant
⭐Free online training
⭐Free SCMA membership for a year

Why become a childminder?

❤️Contribute to children's learning and wellbeing
❤️Earn while caring for your own family
❤️Be your own boss
❤️Provide a vital service for families in your community

You can find out more here 👉 https://getstarted.childminding.org/
..Or attend one of the Scottish Childminding Association’s (SCMA) free online Discovery Sessions to find out how a career in childminding could work for you.

Book your free slot here 👉 https://getstarted.childminding.org/events/

22/07/2026

“We got you Weeza!”

When it’s you that needs some help and reassurance on the obstacle course, you look down and they have indeed got me 🥹🥰

Lots of SHANARRI indicators achieved in one simple moment today at Brodie Castle & Estate NTS

03/07/2026

Some pictures of our busy week!