1. A big thank you to Marie for letting us hold our meeting in her home.

2. We welcomed our youngest ever visitor to the meeting, Harry (aged 5 days). We all enjoyed a cuddle, congratulations to Clare and her family, he really is adorable.

3. Donna has details of Government guidelines when dealing with infectious illnesses i.e. the length of absence for a childcare setting. Please ask Donna if you would like a copy.

4. Reference the phone call to OFSTED they are not sure if Childminders will need a level 3 qualification. Each Childminder will be individually informed next year, once a decision has been made.

5. Please hand all " Chatterbox Challenge" sponsor money to Wendy as soon as possible.

6. Our next Charity event: -

"Barnados Big Toddle"

At the Plank and Leggit

On Monday 16th June 2008

Meet at 9:30am

Toddling at 10:00am

Cost is £3 1st Child, £1.50 Additional Children

Included – Juice and Light Buffet

Theme – Pyjamas (Adults too)!

Weather permitting the buffet will be held outdoors as a teddy bear’s picnic. Please bring your won bear.

Photographers from local and national papers will be attending.

7. Marie showed the group a "tracker" book she purchased to help with her E.Y.F.S work. We all agreed it would be a useful tool and Donna kindly purchased 20 copies from group funds. If you would like a copy please collect from Donna ­ whilst stocks last!

8. Next meeting: ­

Monday 2nd June 92008

7pm Onwards

Venue To Be Confirmed

Guest Speaker ­ Sue Jones