Childcare
For further information contact Barnet Children's Information Service
Choosing childcare
There is a wide range of quality childcare services available in Barnet:
How old is your child and when do you require childcare?
- Childminders ages three months upwards
- Day Nurseries and Pre-Schools ages three months up to five years
- Out of School Childcare (breakfast clubs, after school clubs and holiday schemes) ages five years upwards
- Nannies and au pairs ages three months upwards
- Children's Centres ages up to five years
- Schools ages three years upwards
- Extended services in and around schools ages five years upwards
- Holiday activities for children and young people
You will also find details on:
- Ofsted and its role in regulating childcare
- help with the costs of childcare
IPOP (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
- Early Years Childcare Plan, 2006-2008
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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
