Childminding in focus!
Published: Thursday, August 11, 2011
When was Childminding Ireland, the National Childminding Association of Ireland, set up?
Childminding Ireland was set up 1985 and continues to provide guidance, advice and group insurance to home-based Childminders and Nannies and also helps parents to find a local Childminding place with a Registered Childminder.
What is Childminding Ireland's remit?
Childminding Ireland is funded by the Dept. and represents Childminders at all relevant national and county bodies.
Childminders Registered with Childminding Ireland:
- Are committed to providing a quality Childcare service
- Are self-employed, working in their own homes
- Have clearance from their GP
- Are insured to provide a Childminding service
- Mind up to 5 pre school children and or school-age children
Why Choose Childminding?
Childminding is the traditional model of day-care in Ireland. For decades this method has ensured the economic survival of two families. Research shows children benefit from the small-group family setting, with continuity of care from one person - often from infancy through to school age. Like most families, the minded children vary in age which promotes empathy rather than competition for attention and resources. A family home, with regular outings, provides children with the opportunity to experience the world in a real way. They get to know their locality and interact there with the local community with positive outcomes for their social development and consolidating their sense of belonging. Minded Children often develop lasting friendships with the Childminding family and other minded children.