hi, i've been childminding for 4 years, only just joined this forum!
I have just started my level 3 diploma, and i have found the book by Penny Tassomi invaluable! A lot of it is easy as its just what you do in your daily work, as you progress in your business, you'll find the level 3 easier, i currently have 7 children on my books, 2 full timers under 3, the others are part time, i have an 18 month old son and a 8 year old daughter...sometimes i wonder how on earth i fit everything in.....it is very hard!!
If you have any questions about childmindin or the level 3...i'm happy to help!!