Posted by admin on June 9, 2008 Are you struggling to pay for childcare? More parents than ever before can get help with the cost of childcare. Childcare element of Working Tax Credit The amount of Tax Credit you are entitled to depends on how much you earn and how many hours you work, although even families with an income of up to around [...]

Working together

Posted by admin on June 9, 2008 You’ve selected a childminder or nanny to care for your children – congratulations! This could well be the start of a long and happy relationship for all of you. But, there are things you should think about in order to keep things on an even keel. Use the links on the left to explore this section [...]

Posted by admin on June 9, 2008 Choosing someone to look after your child when you return to work or training is one of the most important decisions you can make. Nearly 500,000 children are cared for by childminders and nannies, making home-based childcare the second most popular form of formal childcare in England and Wales. Registered childminders work in their own homes, [...]

Ofsted registration

Posted by admin on June 9, 2008 Ofsted registration All childminders and day-care providers including playgroups, pre-schools, private nurseries, crèches and out-of-school clubs for under eights, must be registered by Ofsted Early Years (or in Wales, by the Care Standards Inspectorate). Registration includes a criminal records check on anyone involved in providing childcare and an inspection of the premises to look at health [...]

Top tips

Posted by admin on June 9, 2008 It is very common in today’s world to have single-family homes or a two-income family. What this means for the family is that childcare is needed. If you are looking for someone to care for your child while you are at work, make sure you ask the necessary questions and get the proper information before [...]

Childcare is a job that people really love doing.

Posted by admin on June 9, 2008 They enjoy the variety and the fun – and the satisfaction that comes from watching a child progress and develop. There’s never been a better time to work in Early Years and Childcare. It’s a fast growing sector and there is an increasing demand for staff at all levels. There are plenty of opportunities to gain [...]