Consultancy

Lady with childNCMA is able to offer consultancy to local authorities in England. We can advise on developing childminding strategies which help LAs meet their duties under the Childcare Act 2006.

 

NCMA has led the way in tailored support for registered childminders as well helping to increase awareness of this childcare choice for families. NCMA will tailor consultancy sessions to the needs of each individual local authority.

 

NCMA can also help local authorities who have not previously worked closely with registered childminders to see how home-based childcare can fit into a wider family strategy by working with key stakeholders.

 

The consultations can be focussed on a number of key themes:

  • childminder and nanny training
  • quality improvement
  • childminders and the Early Years Foundation Stage
  • childminders providing respite care
  • community childminding
  • addressing specific needs.

 

Further information about the consultancy NCMA can offer local authorities is available from NCMA's Contract and Services team. Email info@ncma.org.uk for more information.