When Hannah's mother, Irene, was looking for a childminder for Hannah's older brother, Neil, she wanted to find one in the community where they lived and where he would go to school. Irene works as a peripatetic teacher and through these contacts, Diana Richards' name was given to her as a strong recommendation. A friend told Irene that Diana had a childminding vacancy and the family were delighted when Neil took up the place.
As well as providing opportunities to mix with other children at her home, Diana was happy to make flexible arrangements around Irene's staff meetings and other work commitments.
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