Guide to Running a Successful Support Group

About this resource

With cuts to Children’s Centre services, many more childminders are running their own support groups.

The guide explains how to set up a group using a committee of people to share the responsibilities. It gives guidance on responsibilities and what to do in challenging situations.

Topics covered

• Good practice review form
• Welcome letter example
• Blank risk assessment form
• Record of emergency evacuations drills
• Annual checklist
• Frequently asked questions