Childminding

Introduction to Childminding
Just as every family and the children within it are unique, so too are Childminders.  The variety of Childminders allows you, the parents/guardians to find the right Childminder for your family. I acknowledge that not every Childminder suits every family so I encourage you to look around and find a Childminder who suits your family’s needs. It is my believe that there is no point in minding children whose needs cannot be met in my childminding service.

Advantages of Childminders as opposed to other childcare services
Home based care mirrors the atmosphere and flexibility of home life and allows children to grow and develop in this homely setting.

Continuity of Care: Your child will benefit from being in a home-from-home family environment, with continuous care from the same individual, often from babyhood through the school years, as most Childminders provide school-age care.  

Parental Relationship: Parents are in a position to develop strong relationships with the Childminder, the person who minds, cares for and helps the child in their development.

One-to-One Relationship: A Childminder offers a consistent relationship, which is ideal for babies and children.  

Replicating a Family Home: The Childminder’s home replicates a family home with a range of ages, promoting empathy rather than competition among the children. Also siblings are minded together and therefore build close relationships.

Outings: Children can be taken out and about experiencing the world in a real way.

Fewer illnesses: There are fewer instances of sickness amongst children minded by Childminders when compared with children in large group childcare.

Flexibility: The parents and the Childminder can agree the details of the childcare required and this may develop to include babysitting and any overnight care needed.

Children with Special Needs: Childminding is also valued as an appropriate setting for Children with Special Needs.

Insured & Garda Vetted: As a Registered Member with Childminding Ireland I am insured (including outings), have my car extra insured for childminding, have up to date Paediatric First Aid training (refreshed every 2 years), have up to date Child Protection training (refreshed every 3 years) and am Garda Vetted.