Useful Links
Run A Day Nursery
Running a day nursery is no easy operation and requires careful planning and assessment of the associated responsibilities.
This site offers a unique reference point on how to start up and run a day nursery.
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The Whole Kaboodle
A useful checklist for anyone setting up a new nursery.
Available in either .PDF or .XLS format.
Checklist PDF file
Checklist XLS file
National Childminding Association
NCMA (the National Childminding Association) is a charity and professional association. Since 1977 we have worked with registered childminders and nannies as well as local and national government, to ensure families in every community in England and Wales have access to high quality home-based childcare, play, learning and family support.
Scottish Childminding Association
Scottish Childminding Association (SCMA) has almost 5,500 members consisting of childminders and other childcare professionals. SCMA provides support, training and information to childminders to ensure they are confident they offer the best possible service.
Northern Ireland Childminding Association
NICMA, the Northern Ireland Childminding Association, works to support and develop registered home-based childcare. A voluntary organisation with charitable status, NICMA provides a range of services to support Childminders, parents and children.
http://www.nicma.org/cms/index.php
Childminding Ireland
Childminding Ireland, the National Association for Childminders, is the only organisation in Ireland dedicated to working for Childminding, providing information, advice and support to Childminders and parents.
Childminding Forum
The Forum has over 5,000 members sharing ideas and tips to help your childminding business. Free resources and downloads too.
http://childmindingforum.co.uk
Morton Michel - Childcare Insurance Specialist
Morton Michel is now the market leader in childcare insurance, providing cover for around 17,000 childminders and nannies, 8000 nurseries and playgroups, 5000 out of school clubs and holiday play schemes, as well as numerous other social and voluntary groups connected with childcare.
Kid Printables
Whether you are looking for something to keep your kids occupied on a rainy day, or looking for something fun and educational - KidPrintables.com is happy to offer you free and fun activities for your children.
Regulation
England
Ofsted
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National Strategies - Early Years Foundation Stage
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Wales
CSSIW
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National Minimum Standards for Day Care
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Scotland
Care Commission
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National Care Standards
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