Questions and Answers

I aim to answer some of the most common questions that I have been asked over the years, but please do not hesitate to contact me if I have missed any.

Am I a member of NCMA		The NCMA is an association providing varies levels of support to childminders. I am not a member of the NCMA but I am a member of the Morton Michel Childcare Club which offers the same support and is also a dedicated Childcare Insurance company.
Am I registered with Ofsted		Yes, my registration number is EY271069. All childminders have to be registered to conform with UK law
Am I CRB checked		Yes, as part of the registration process with Ofsted, they perform the CRB check prior to being granted my certificate.
Am I working to 'The Bristol Standard' in childcare		No, this is a fantastic set of guidelines to ensure a quality of service and training for childminders. I have qualifications and provisions that exceed those set out in these guidelines.
How do I stay up to date with current standards and legislation?		Whilst not working towards 'The Bristol Standard', I am a member of the 'Bristol Network' which is run by Bristol City Council to ensure that childcare in Bristol meets all legal requirements by offering training and a dedicated advice and support team.
So what qualifications do I have?		I hold a BTEC National Diploma in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing), this a two year full time course which is equivalent to the first two years of a degree course and the equivalent to 3 A levels in childcare. Combined with my work experience and various other childcare qualifications (a complete list is available on the about me page) and like you, I'm a mum!