Holmes From Holmes

A “Holmes from Holmes” Child Care Service

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I am Pamela Holmes and a registered Childminder.  I decided to do this as my chosen career to be able to assist children with their development, by helping them with their physical well-being, emotional well-being and with their education through assistance on homework and encouraging them to enhance their knowledge in all aspects of life, through life experiences as well as learning through play. 

The children are encouraged to participate in a number of activities; hand to eye co-ordination with different toys, playing outside with sand and the swing activity centre, gardening, going to playgroups for the younger ones, playing games and activities inside and out, gardening, learn about and do some painting and drawing, quiet reading times, fun times with writing, maths and of course, time for homework.  I can also teach other languages in a fun environment if wanted.

If you have any questions, would like further information, or would like to come round to meet me and see the set up of my services please contact me on :

 

Pamela Holmes

27 The Murrays

Edinburgh

EH17 8UD

 

Phone: 07766 113598

 

E-mail: holmesfromholmes@talktalk.net

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Statement of Aims & Objectives

 

Provide a safe and secure environment for your child.

Provide a clean environment in which your child can play & learn.

Provide stimulating activities that are appropriate to the age of your child.

Encourage creativity, self-expression and imagination through various games & activities.

Promote your child’s good behaviour through praise, encouragement and guidance.

Encourage and develop language and communication through a range of play, story telling and other activities.

Develop dexterity and co-ordination, through a variety of fun activities.

Be a positive role model and promote social skills, encouraging courteous behaviour and respect for others.

Develop moral values that promote consideration for individual and cultural differences.

Provide a healthy diet.

 

Child Protection statement

 

I have a legal responsibility to each child in my care to report any concerns I have for the child’s welfare to Social Services. I have experience in normal child development and common injuries that can happen at varying stages of development. 

 

I will endeavour to observe and listen to children I look after.  The child’s needs will be assessed, including a child’s need for protection from abuse and neglect; as well as their need for the prevention of impairment of their health and development - so they can reach their full potential.

 

It is good practice for the reason of the referral to be discussed with the family, unless it would clearly place the child at greater risk of abuse. If sexual abuse is suspected I will first discuss the matter with Social Services.

 

The Social Work Department for Child Protection are as follows:

 

Children & Family Social Care Direct 0131 200 2327

  Available 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday

          8.30am to 3.40pm Friday

 

Outwith these hours 0800 731 6969