Childcare Choices

There are so many kinds of Childcare available that it can get confusing which ones means what and what each provides. Below is a list of services to choose from; in each you will find a summary of what they provide and for those that are required to be registered by The Care & Social Services Inspectorate for Wales (CSSIW) a set of minimum standards

Services that must be registered. Services that do not need to be registered.
  1. Registered childminders
  2. Day nurseries
  3. Play schemes/Play Activities
  4. Play groups
  5. Play group plus
  6. Part time education
  7. Out of school childcare clubs

1. Parent and Toddler Groups

2. Au pairs

3. Babysitters

4. Crêches

5. Friends and Family Members

6. Nannies

For a overview of the childcare choices take a look at this useful publication:

Choosing Childcare Booklet

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