Why choose a childminder?
As Ofsted registered childminders we have:
- Been inspected and assessed for by Ofsted, as to our suitability to care for children.
- Had our home and garden inspected for safety.
- Had our home inspected by a Fire Protection Officer
- Full insurance cover for children
- Suitable car insurance to transport children in our cars and a range of child safety seats
- Received suitable training, including paediatric first aid
- Up to date Criminal Records Bureau Checks
- Had a health check
Reasons to Choose Childminding:
- A Personal Service – because registered childminders look after only small numbers of children we can offer lots of individual attention. We can easily meet children’s individual needs, such as sleeping patterns or homework projects.
- Consistent Care – children can stay with the same carer from very young to starting secondary school, so they benefit from the kind of stability other sorts of childcare don’t usually provide. Childminding also allows parents to have a stable, ongoing relationship with their children’s carer.
- Family Friendly – because childminders care for children of different ages siblings may be able to be looked after together.
- Flexible – childminders can look after children early in the morning, late in the evening, overnight and sometimes even at weekends. This is especially useful for parents who don’t work from 9 to 5. Childminder are also willing to take children to and from playgroups, schools and so forth.
- Adaptable – because childminders don’t follow a strict timetable, we can be spontaneous. An unexpected sunny or snowy day is a great opportunity for outdoor play and learning. If children are feeling tired or under the weather, they can curl up and take it easy, just like they would at home.
- Real Life Learning – children looked after by a childminder enjoy real-life experiences like cooking, shopping, gardening, mealtimes and outings to the park and library. From these everyday activities the children can learn basic science, maths, social skills and language skills.
- Part of the Community – as childminders live locally your child can go to nearby toddler clubs, playgroups and after-school clubs with their friends and stay part of the local community. Childminders are part of the local community too, and can take account of its varying cultural needs.
