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Help writing a reference for my CM?
lechatnoir · 21/05/2007 21:37
My CM is currently trying to fill a new vacancy and has asked me to write a reference which I'm more than happy to do (she's fabulous ) but I'm not sure what to write that would help any prosective parents.
Any ideas?
TIA
tryingtodobest · 21/05/2007 21:42
ideas:
how long your child has been going
why you like the care she provides (lots of outings, healthy food, activities they do, the communication you get from your cm - diary?, the love your child gets, etc)
anything out of the ordinary she might have done to help you (eg being super flexible over a difficult period at work).
that you totally trust her with your child
that you're happy to have a telephone conversation with the prospective parent if they would like one
lechatnoir · 21/05/2007 21:52
Thanks ttdb. Do you think it matters that my DS has only been with her 5 months? Should I give my phone number or just an offer to discuss & my CM provide my details? I really want her to get someone lovely as, well, she's so lovely & I feel so lucky to have found her
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