Katrina Skelton provides a childminding service from her family home in Newcastleton which is registered with the Care Inspectorate to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. “Children were very relaxed and ‘at home’ with the childminder who understood how to promote and support positive friendships between children. Parents commented on the positive relationships that the childminder had with them and their children. I know that my children love spending time with Katrina’.”The home provides children with an area in the lounge for their play and access to a large kitchen dining area for meals, arts and crafts. She knew children well, and provided a wide range of experiences which supported their interests, learning and development.