Day in the Life of an ASN Childcare Practitioner
by Courtney Mackie I always look forward to the days I am working, as I love my job being an Additional Support Needs (ASN) Childcare Practitioner! I look forward to …
Case Study – childcare it’s an education
Amy moved from England with her son to start a new teaching role in Keith Grammar School in Moray. She was excited about the move and her new role but …
Case Study – From Worry to Work
Finding affordable and accessible childcare is a major challenge for many families in Scotland. Most childcare providers offer fixed blocks of time that can be expensive and very inflexible. When …
Fire Safety in Peterhead
by Shannen Anderson Members of our Peterhead ASN Group have been learning about Fire Safety which led to a visit to the local Fire Station. “Why are fire drills important?” …
Screen Free with On-the-Go Bags
Recent warnings from lexicographer Susie Dent have drawn attention to the growing impact of excessive screen time on young children, particularly those under five. Dent explains that many children are …
Case Study: flexible childcare is a cut above
Wendy is a hairdresser working in a high-street hair salon. She is not self-employed, her working hours are set by her employer and her schedule tends to be very inflexible. …
Rethinking Valentine’s Day in Early Years
by Lesley Tait, Head of Quality. A few years ago our friends at the Curiosity Approach touched on the history of Valentine’s Day and if babies could actually understand these traditions. As Valentine’s …
Case Study – childcare that works when I do
As a tutor Sarah’s normal working hours were from 4-7pm, but these times often changed depending on the needs of her clients. Her husband, a full-time student, had classes throughout …
