02/04/2026
Hello everyone!
Here’s a little bit about me as I begin my journey to become a childminder.
Working with children has always been more than just a job to me, it’s truly my passion and something that has been a huge part of my life for many years!! I’ve studied hard to become the best I can be, I have a BA (Hons) in Childhood and Youth Studies and a HNC in Childhood practice. Throughout my training I completed placements at Kelso Hospital and St Boswells Nursery, which helped shape the practitioner I am today.
For the past eight years, I had the privilege of working alongside and learning from Donna Long at Wild Child Early Learning and Childminding. During that time we built something really special together and were incredibly proud to win Best Childcare in the Borders in 2022 at the borders business awards. I am currently covering a maternity post at Jedburgh Grammar ELC as an Early Years Officer, continuing to do what I love every day.
Anyone who knows me knows how much I care about children. I have always had a nurturing and caring nature (this is down to my very lovely family) and being around children brings me so much happiness! Through nannying, babysitting, working in childcare and caring for family children, I’ve always felt that this is exactly where I’m meant to be.
I truly believe a house doesn’t feel like a home without children in it! The laughter, the learning, the little voices, the creativity, the fun and even the messy moments all make it feel warm and full of life. I can’t wait to open my home and fill it with happy, safe, and loved little ones🥰Creating a space where children feel secure, supported, and free to grow and be themselves.
This is such a special and exciting step for me, and I feel so lucky to be able to follow my dream of supporting children and families in my community as a childminder.
Thank you to everyone that has messaged so far!
If you would like to know more or register your interest, please feel free to message me - I would love to chat and answer any questions.🤎
- Shaney