Families South West - March 2001

www.bestbear.co.uk
"It does seem crazy that there are restaurant reviews and travel guides but nothing for childcare services" says director Eve Tomlinson. Best Bear aim to provide the ultimate on-line guide of the best agencies in the UK. They say they have tested over a thousand agencies and only 30% passed the safety checks. "It has proved a mammoth task - it is the first piece of research of its kind". The website gives information on everything from choosing the right nanny or agency, to interviewing and sorting out taxes. It will be constantly updated and agencies that appear on the site will be scrupulously monitored. If they fail to make the grade they will be removed from the site. There is also a database of over 1,000 childcare courses including First Aid Courses. Forums for parents and childcarers, plus advice and information on all aspects of childcare. Information packs on 020 8675 5897.