London Borough of Enfield Childminders Childminders Childminders are the main full day care providers in Enfield at present and therefore the primary option for parents who work full time. Children are cared for in the childminder's own home providing a homelike environment for your child. Childminders provide a professional service with a personal touch and a certain degree of flexibility. Childminders may care for a maximum of 6 children under the age of 8, with a maximum of 3 under the age of 5, including their own children. All childminders must be registered with the Social Services Group, which is your safeguard that the childminder is a suitable person to look after your children and that their home is considered a safe place with the necessary facilities for children.
Parents make their own arrangements with the childminder about hours, fees etc.
The Under Eights Inspectors visit childminders regularly and inspect annually. All childminders are required to complete a Pre-registration Training Course as part of the registration procedure. Enfield has a branch Childminding Association which is a member of the National Childminding Association. Contact the childminder by phone for an initial discussion about your requirements and to check vacancies Arrange to visit the childminder in their own home with your child. Make sure that the play conditions are suitable and discuss your ideas on childcare, discipline, routines etc.