Choosing a Childminder

Childminders look after children in the childminder's own home. They are registered with OFSTED (Children Services) and inspected every year.

Childminders can often be flexible about the hours that they work, and can provide your child with lots of care, fun and learning.

Childminders can make the most of local parks, playgrounds, toy libraries, drop-in groups and community centres. Children often have the chance to make good friends with the other children who go to their childminder.

Every childminder is different, so look for someone who will suit your family.

Plus Points

Childminding has many benefits, both for the child and for the parent, including:

• Familiarity - your child will be in a comforting, familiar home environment
   
• Continuity - childminders often work with families for years as the children grow up, providing a welcome continuity of care
   
• Flexibility - childminders can work flexible

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Friday, 25 July, 2008

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