Benefits of using childminders
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Childminding in a home environment can be more flexible than
in some other forms of childcare. Your child will be cared for
in a childminder’s home where the children can easily
enjoy real-life learning experiences like cooking, shopping,
gardening, sharing meals and going out the park and library.
Caring for children at home rather than a centre lets
childcarers be more spontaneous, too. A sunny or unexpectedly snowy
day is a great opportunity for outdoor play and learning.
Small groups
Because childminders only care for small groups of children,
childminders are ideally placed to care for disabled children,
taking into account their individual needs. Caring for mixed age
ranges also means brothers and sisters can be cared for together,
making life easier for the whole family. And being with children of
different ages helps children learn to work and play together.
Childminders usually look after children from different families,
whereas nannies tend to work for one family at a time.
Community-based
There are childminders in every community and from all cultures
and walks of life. Your child will be able to take part in local
activities such as playgroup, gym sessions or Rainbows. They will
also get to know the sights, sounds and residents of their local
community.
Wrap-around care
Childminders are flexible in their hours and can provide care
before and after school – including picking up and dropping
children off. In the school holidays childminders care for your
children while you’re at work and will usually offer a host of
different activities to keep them occupied.