Ratios...

**littlebears1009** · 24-06-2014, 06:51 PM

This may be a silly question however Ive not really had to think about ratios before as I havent been that full. If I only have 2 under 5 can I use that 3rd place to take an extra over 5 and under 8? Just with it coming up to the holidays id like to know what children I can say yes to. Thanks!

**sarah707** · 24-06-2014, 06:54 PM

Maximum 6 under 8 - of whom 3 can be under 5. they don't have to be under 5 they can be over... as long as you stick to the maximum

**amyp** · 24-06-2014, 06:56 PM

So you an have your 2 under 5 and another 4 who are in school- if you are brave enough!

**littlebears1009** · 24-06-2014, 07:00 PM

Brill thats what I thought when I read 3.39 but just wanted to be doubly sure! Thank you!

**littlebears1009** · 24-06-2014, 07:03 PM

Originally Posted by amyp

So you an have your 2 under 5 and another 4 who are in school- if you are brave enough!

Ha! Im quite new so am willing to give it a go if it may lead to some good feedback and possibly new mindees!

**bunyip** · 27-06-2014, 06:42 AM

If you're going straight in at the deep end with the full 6, just choose the individuals carefully. Round here, new CMs aren't short of enquiries: from the parents whose children are so much trouble that even the after-school workhouse doesn't want them. When I started up, the friendly local CM (who'd done it for c20 years) tipped me off with a list of whom to expect - and, lo and behold, they all beat a path to my door with their biters, fighters, unruly up-tighters, etc. It wasn't really a problem as the mums are also serial non-payers and all ran a mile when I told them I insist on money in advance and will turn away any child at the door if fees aren't paid.

One was completely in denial about the fact that her DS had been statemented: even denied it when I asked her straight. Daft, cos the child is in my grandson's class and everyone knows he has regularly a SEN specialist at school . I said, "I have no problem working with a SEN child, but I can't work with you if you won't be honest about X's requirements." She's lied to every EY setting within a 3 mile radius and wonders why nobody will have her DS.

Still, if you have any useful previous experience............... such as the ability to herd cats.

**littlebears1009** · 27-06-2014, 05:23 PM

Originally Posted by bunyip

If you're going straight in at the deep end with the full 6, just choose the individuals carefully. Round here, new CMs aren't short of enquiries: from the parents whose children are so much trouble that even the after-school workhouse doesn't want them. When I started up, the friendly local CM (who'd done it for c20 years) tipped me off with a list of whom to expect - and, lo and behold, they all beat a path to my door with their biters, fighters, unruly up-tighters, etc. It wasn't really a problem as the mums are also serial non-payers and all ran a mile when I told them I insist on money in advance and will turn away any child at the door if fees aren't paid.

One was completely in denial about the fact that her DS had been statemented: even denied it when I asked her straight. Daft, cos the child is in my grandson's class and everyone knows he has regularly a SEN specialist at school . I said, "I have no problem working with a SEN child, but I can't work with you if you won't be honest about X's requirements." She's lied to every EY setting within a 3 mile radius and wonders why nobody will have her DS.

Still, if you have any useful previous experience............... such as the ability to herd cats.

Thanks for the advice. One is my friends dd who is good friends with my dd and already know she is a dream to look after, one is another girl my dds age just for 2 weeks to cover a fellow minders holiday. And just wanted to know about the 6th in case anyone else asked. Unfortunately they will be my last. My ofsted/insurance renewal are due in august and my temp baby who is 3 days is also going back to granny beginning of aug I have been doing a year and I am paying to do this job. There are so many cms and nurseries in my area to compete with. My DH can support us for a while so going to do what i really wanted to do and do 12 months volounteer in schools whilst studying to be a TA. My dd2 goes to school next sept so hopefully by then ill be in a position to start applying for TA jobs. Gutted it hasnt worked out but the up side is its pushed me to do what ive always wanted to do.

**bunyip** · 28-06-2014, 04:35 PM

Originally Posted by littlebears1009

Thanks for the advice. One is my friends dd who is good friends with my dd and already know she is a dream to look after, one is another girl my dds age just for 2 weeks to cover a fellow minders holiday. And just wanted to know about the 6th in case anyone else asked. Unfortunately they will be my last. My ofsted/insurance renewal are due in august and my temp baby who is 3 days is also going back to granny beginning of aug I have been doing a year and I am paying to do this job. There are so many cms and nurseries in my area to compete with. My DH can support us for a while so going to do what i really wanted to do and do 12 months volounteer in schools whilst studying to be a TA. My dd2 goes to school next sept so hopefully by then ill be in a position to start applying for TA jobs. Gutted it hasnt worked out but the up side is its pushed me to do what ive always wanted to do.

Hope the future career goes well and the CM experience has been beneficial. All the best.