Hi there,
Recently became a first time mum and I am looking to return to work in March. I need to consider childcare for my daughter who will be 9 months. I have visited a number of nurseries around my work area, and I have put a deposit down on one, however only just thought about childminders.
Now I am unsure as to what is best for my little girl. I am really unsure about a nursery as I just don't know whether she will get the ultimate care I believe she will require at such a young age, whereas have some belief that a childminder would be able to donate more time and attention to my child.
I am a teacher myself and so I am very up to date with ofsted requirements and so would expect a childminder to be registered and of a standard of good or above. I am due to go back to work 2 days a week. I would like to find a childminder for term time only around the Sevenoaks area.
Can anyone offer any advice, reassure me in what has worked for them and/or recommend a good childminder who ticks all of the boxes above.
Regards,
Kensa