CYP Now - Analysis: Childcare - Keeping a close eye on nurseries

The quality of care at nurseries is under the microscope following the BBC's Nurseries Undercover investigation in which Ofsted approved nurseries were shown breaching regulations. Jo Stephenson finds out how the sector is trying to allay parents' fears

Gary and Sara Kewin regularly log on to the internet to check up on their two-year-old son James.

The Liverpool couple are among a growing number of parents keeping an eye on their children at nursery via CCTV systems linked to secure web sites.

"It is peace of mind more than anything," explains Gary. "If you're worried about anything, if your child has been up all night with a cold, you can make sure he's being well looked after."

Gary, a maintenance fitter, and Sara, a nurse, are very happy with the care James receives but admit their confidence in nursery care in general was shaken by a recent television investigation into private day nurseries.

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