14/06/04 - Conference will give advice and training to childminders in Cumbria

On Saturday 19th June in the Conference Centre at Newton Rigg Campus, Penrith, Cumbria Sure Start is hosting a conference for childminders in Cumbria. The conference will provide childminders with up to date training, via workshops, to assist them in their role as quality childcare providers.   

The conference is being held in National Childminding Week which is part of National Sure Start Month. It will give people the opportunity to meet other childminders, and meet members of the Cumbria Sure Start team. Workshops provide advice and information on childminding policies, Ofsted registration, running a business, diversity and other valuable information topics. Trade and information stands will also be set up giving information for all childminders.   

Dareneth Cook, a Development Worker from Cumbria Sure Start says   

"This conference aims to support childminders across the County to improve their skills and up date their training. Childminders can often feel isolated and may leave the profession because of this. We need to ensure that we retain quality childminders to meet the needs of parents and children in Cumbria. The conference brings together childminders to share ideas and best practice to ensure that we can continue to offer quality childminding in Cumbria." 

There is a £10 cost to attend the Conference. Every delegate will receive a conference pack containing important information to enhance their business that they can take home. Buffet lunch and refreshments will be provided for delegates. Crèche facilities will be provided FREE of charge.   

For more information about the conference please contact Dareneth on 07812 972 966.