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Spotlight on ... Irene Leonard, childminder

Name: Irene Leonard

Position: Northern Ireland childminder

- How did you feel about being named Cow & Gate Childminder of the yearin association with the Northern Ireland Childminding Association?

It was a big shock. I was so pleased just to be nominated by one of themums whose children I care for. When I read about what the otherchildminders had done, they all seemed worthy of winning.

- Why do you think you won?

I try to keep my home as welcoming and homely as I can. Everything isvery relaxed and fun, as I believe children learn even when they areplaying and doing normal things such as putting on their coat, gettinginto the car and putting on their seatbelt.

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