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Are you a Registered Childminder on the Island?
Did you know there is local on going support available?

Childminding Network and Development Coordinator – Sharon Cinderey, works closely with ‘Seashells’ Sheerness Children & Families Centre. Sharon is the Childminding Network Coordinator for Sheppey, Sittingbourne and Faversham districts, and is always interested in hearing from Childminders wanting to know more about becoming a Network Childminder.

Sharon is also available to offer advice and support for any Childminding queries you may have, holds a vacancy database, and recent information and leaflets from the NCMA (National Childminding Association).

Sharon is also interested in hearing from anyone interested in:
-becoming a Childminder or,
-from parents and carers who may have queries regarding Childcare.

For more information, phone Sharon on 01795 426167.

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Children's Information Service (CIS)

Further information , resources and support are also available from The Children's Information Service (CIS):

Telephone freephone 08000 32 32 30
Website www.eydcp.com

The CIS works to support the recruitment of childminders, nurseries & pre-schools promoting drop-in sessions, toy libraries, business support, staff training and career progression opportunities.