Hello!
Sorry ... I've just had a long chat with a friend, who rang Ofsted yesterday to ask for clarification about continuity of care and was told categorically that 'NO. YOU CAN NOT CARE FOR MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN, USING CONTINUITY OF CARE, THE ONLY WAY YOU CAN GO OVER 3 IS FOR BABY SIBLINGS.' She had parts of EYFS 2014 quoted at her. she thinks 3.40?
I've said that provided it is exceptional circumstances and you can fully care for all the children safely, then its up to each individual childminder to assess each individual situation and make their own decision.
I quoted 3.30 but she is worried, as she needs to go to 4 under 5 one day as a mum has had to change her working days ( and there is no other childcare available as friend is only minder in area! ( and no nursery! )
sorry, not sure what I'm asking, just what has anyone else heard?
Thanks