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What is Wraparound Care?
Wraparound Care provides: Care for school age children before and after school during term time. Often based in school premises, youth or community centres. Provide a range of enjoyable activities to suit older children. For Wraparound Care that is registered with Ofsted - Inspection reports…What is Holiday Care?
Holiday Care provides: Care for school age children during school holidays Often based in school premises, youth or community centres. Provide a range of enjoyable activities to suit older children. For Holiday Care that is registered with Ofsted - Inspection reports can be viewed on…What is a Day Nursery?
Day Nurseries provide: All day care for babies and children up to the age of 5. Are generally open from 8.00am - 6.00pm but some run from 7.00am - 7.00pm or longer. Are usually open all year round, except for weekends and bank holidays. There…What is a Childminder?
Childminding involves: Looking after one or more children under the age of 8 for more than a total of 2 hours a day on domestic premises (normally in the childminders own home) for reward. Registering and undergoing inspection by Ofsted - demonstrating the quality and…Handle with Care - A Guide to Keeping your Baby Safe
Helpful tips on safe, positive ways of holding and caring for your baby.NHS Start 4 Life
NHS Service. Sign up to receive regular emails and/or text messages tailored to your stage of pregnancy or child's age. They cover a range of topics, including your baby's development, preparing for labour, coping with sleepless nights, looking after your own health, choosing childcare, making…Vaccinations
A checklist of the vaccines that are routinely offered to everyone in the UK for free on the NHS, and the ages at which they should ideally be given. If you're not sure whether you or your child have had all your routine vaccinations, ask your GP or practice nurse to find…Choosing a Childminder
Introduction Many Childminders begin childminding when they are parents with young children of their own. This means many of their skills as carers will come from their own experience as parents, as well as their training. It is useful to spend some time talking to…Choosing a Day Nursery
Introduction Choosing the right Day Nursery can be a difficult decision; most parents wonder what to look out for when they start looking. Not every nursery will match your child’s personality, so be prepared to look around. Visit several and ask questions about the childcare…