As a registered childminder, I work to the same learning requirements as other early years educators, such as nursery schools and play groups, so you can be sure that your child will be getting all the support they need to learn and prepare for school. Choosing childcare in a home environment means your children can enjoy real-life learning experiences in small groups, like cooking, shopping, gardening, mealtimes and outings to the park and library. An additional benefit of using a childminder, is that I can be spontaneous, too - making the most of a sunny or unexpectedly snowy day as a great opportunity for outdoor play and learning. I am able to offer the free and funded early education sessions all children are entitled to. And, of course, I am also able to care for children of different ages, meaning brothers and sisters can be cared for together.