Useful links

Independent Childminders blog – I update this blog regularly with new information and advice for childminders and early years providers.

Independent Childminders Facebook group – I am an admin on this group which is owned and managed by Childcare.co.uk. It is a closed Facebook group, set up to offer support for childminders who want to stay independent of agencies.

**Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) – you can ring Ofsted on 0300 123 1231 or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk

**Childcare.co.uk – the biggest and best childminder / parent matching website with the best gold member benefits including the best documents, guidance and policies (many of which have been written by me) and inclusive childminder insurance for all gold members.