Childminding

Childminders play an important role in children’s lives by providing a valuable, professional childcare service that incorporates the best interest of the child, their families and the community through a home away from home environment. Childminders work closely with parents and other agencies to build positive relationship for the family as a whole.

Childminders are inspected by The Care Inspectorate to ensure services are in line with current legislation, and they follow the same frameworks as nursery settings such as Realising the Ambition: Being Me and Curriculum for Excellence. These frameworks play an important part in supporting childminders to foster children`s development in a play rich environment.