NCMA National Childminding Association

As a childminder I feel that you cannot afford not to be a member of the NCMA. You get: A good, cheap , public liability insurance, which will now be included within the annual membership cost, Member magazines - which are invaluable to keep you up to date with any news concerning childminders and any campaigns the NCMA are waging on our behalf, Cheaper products - ie bookkeeping books,contracts, fire blankets etc etc A legal helpline and support. Opportunity to get other services cheaper - ie home/car insurance through other companies by giving your NCMA number. Being Self employed can feel as if you are a bit isolated - having a ...  Read the complete review

The National Childminding Association (NCMA) provides local support for Childminders and lobby's the Government on Childminder related issues. The current membership (as at April 2000) is 45000. Membership includes insurance cover, a handbook, newsletters etc. Members also have various hotlines that they can ring i.e. Legal Advice, Insurance Line and General Information Line. The members handbook is ideal for Childminders as it covers such areas as: negotiating contracts; paying tax and NI; Social Security benefits; Child Protection; Quality Assurance; equal opportunities and promoting childminding. NCMA also publishes cash books, ...  Read the complete review