Early Learning and Childcare Shetland

Early Learning and Childcare Shetland A dedicated space to keep everyone up to date with information about all aspects of Early Learning and Childcare in Shetland.

This page is for sharing information only. Specific enquiries should be directed to one of the ELC team.

29/09/2026

Claire and Christina will be in Yell today!

If you are interested in childminding, come along to room 11 in Islesburgh Community Centre to have a conversation and a...
28/09/2026

If you are interested in childminding, come along to room 11 in Islesburgh Community Centre to have a conversation and ask any questions with SCMA. 🙂

Anytime between 2pm - 3pm

Or

Anytime between 5.30pm - 6.30pm

Please share with anyone who might be interested in becoming a childminder. 🙂
22/09/2026

Please share with anyone who might be interested in becoming a childminder. 🙂

⭐️ Starting nursery can be a big next step for children and families. As well as being exciting, there can be lots of mi...
18/08/2026

⭐️ Starting nursery can be a big next step for children and families. As well as being exciting, there can be lots of mixed emotions too! ⭐️

Every child is different, and every child will settle in their own way and in their own time.

ELC staff have been getting ready for your child and will take time to get to know them, build trusting relationships and help them feel safe, secure and welcome.

Here are a few gentle reminders to support you and your child as you begin this new journey together.💕

⭐️Starting Primary 1⭐️Staff have been preparing for your child’s transition from ELC to P1. This includes providing fami...
17/08/2026

⭐️Starting Primary 1⭐️

Staff have been preparing for your child’s transition from ELC to P1. This includes providing familiar experiences and building on what children already know and can do. An exciting next step! 🤩

Every child is unique and any new transition can take time. 💕

⭐️ Looking for flexible working from home? ⭐️Becoming a childminder could be for you!If you have been looking for an opp...
03/08/2026

⭐️ 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 using the links in the comments. 😊

The childcare consultation is split into three sections and you can complete the sections that are relevant to you. Link...
05/06/2026

The childcare consultation is split into three sections and you can complete the sections that are relevant to you. Links will close on 6th July 2026.

The number of responses currently received for school aged childcare is:

The childcare consultation is split into three sections and you can complete the sections that are relevant to you. Link...
05/06/2026

The childcare consultation is split into three sections and you can complete the sections that are relevant to you. Links will close on 6th July 2026.

The number of responses currently received for under 3 year olds is:

The childcare consultation is split into three sections and you can complete the sections that are relevant to you. Link...
05/06/2026

The childcare consultation is split into three sections and you can complete the sections that are relevant to you. Links will close on 6th July 2026.

The number of responses currently received for funded ELC is:

If you would like support to complete the childcare survey, a member of staff will be available on Monday 8th June at: ✔...
05/06/2026

If you would like support to complete the childcare survey, a member of staff will be available on Monday 8th June at:

✔️Islesburgh Community Centre
✔️Room 9
✔️Between 9am - 12pm

Address

Hayfield House, Hayfield Lane
Lerwick

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