MIDDLESBROUGH childminders have received recognition from a national watchdog. Delighted organisers of Middlesbrough's Sure Start programme organised a picnic in the town's Albert Park to celebrate Middlesbrough Childminding Network receiving accreditation from the National Childminding Association. There was also face painting and balloon making for the children they look after. Pictured are Hannah Mackenzie, left, and Sophie Thomas, at the partyPicture: MIKE URWIN