I'm applying for a full time course next year at Tafe (3 days a week) and think that FDC might be the way to go. For one, I've been told that it's cheaper than LDC and that is definitely a factor as I'm going to have to work a few evenings a week plus a weekend day shift just to pay my way with Tafe and childcare. 2) I like the idea of the children being together; Emily is a veteran at the whole childcare experience but I have remained home with my second and feel the transition would be easier for him, if Emily's around. 3) I like the idea of a smaller group of children, forming stronger ties and getting more individual attention.

I could be way of base with the above, so what's your experiences with FDC? Good and bad. Any advice?

I've applied within 3 diferent areas as my home falls within two and the Tafe is within another, so I'm pretty hopeful at keeping the children together and with having a choice of FDC.