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Childminders are self employed and work from their own homes providing childcare. Childminders attend a range of different activities such as outdoor environments, childminding groups and children’s centres. Childminders can apply to become part of the Torbay Childminding Quality Assurance Network. Childminders belonging to this Network may also be accredited, meaning that they can offer 15 hours free childcare for 3 and 4 year olds.
- Ofsted registration: Must be registered, to check their latest inspection report contact the Family Information Service
- Age range: All ages, depending on their registration
- Opening hours: Most work from 8:00am until 6:00pm but they are usually flexible, offering hours outside of these times. Some childminders provide evening or weekend care. Childminders can also pick up and drop off at other childcare provision and schools
- Cost: Costs vary between each provider, most charge an hourly rate and this is usually around £3.50
The Torbay Childminders Network
Childminders who join the Torbay Childminder Network receive extra training and can become accredited to teach the same Early Years Curriculum which is taught to three and four year olds in school. This means that parents can claim the free nursery sessions when their child reaches the age of three.
If you wish to find childminders in Torbay you can contact the Family Information Service on 0800 328 5974 or Search - Childminders.
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Contact Torbay Early Years
- Tel: 01803 207926
- Email: earlyyears@torbay.gov.uk
- Fax: 01803 207871
