How To Find Out If A Childminder Is Reputable

How do I find out if a childminder is reputable?

The best way of finding out whether a childminder is reputable is to check if they're a registered childminder. If they are, they will have gone through a series of checks with Ofsted, and you'll be able to get a range of information about them and the premises that they use. Another good thing to look at is whether the childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association, which provides support and training and a lot of networks for childminders. If they're a member of the NCMA, you can be very sure that they are a childminder of a good standard.