Childcare

For further information contact Barnet Children's Information Service

Choosing childcare

kids playingThere is a wide range of quality childcare services available in Barnet:

How old is your child and when do you require childcare?

You will also find details on:

IPOP (Inclusive Play Opportunities Project)

Inclusive Play Opportunities Project

IPOP provides disabled children, young people and their families with the right support to enable them to get involved with general play and leisure activities. Support may come in the form of guidance and information for parents, or a one-to-one support playworker for a child. IPOP also supports after school clubs and holiday schemes by providing professionals with training and advice. All services are free or affordable.

Early Years Childcare Plan, 2006-2008

This section briefly explains the different types of childcare available, and which types require registration by Ofsted. How do I make the right choice – Knowing your options? All registered childcare in England must meet National Standards which are set out by the Government. National Standards ensure that the care of young children is consistent across the country, so that no matter where the care is provided children are protected and parents reassured.

Whatever type of childcare you choose you can be sure that all registered providers will protect your child from harm and support your child to reach his/her full potential. All providers must contribute to your child’s welfare and development, that is, ‘Making Every Child Matter’.

Childcare Sufficiency Assessment

  • Childcare in Barnet: consultation closed, Wednesday 31 October 2007. You will find the results: Education consultation
  • For further information about childcare sufficiency, please refer to the Every Child Matters website





Children, young people and families

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Contact

Children's Information Service
North London Business Park (NLBP)
Oakleigh Road South
London
N11 1NP
Phone Number
0800 389 8312
Text Number (SMS)
07781 473279
Fax Number
0800 889 6798
Typetalk
18001 020 8359 2040
Email
childrens.info@barnet.gov.uk