Childminders
What is a childminder?
Childminders look after children on domestic premises usually in the childminder's own home.
Childminders are required to register with Ofsted. They must meet specified standards relating to their suitability as carers of children, the safety of premises and facilities, insurance, record keeping, and checks are made on all members of the household over the age of 16 years by several agencies.
Childminders are inspected regularly.
How many children may childminders look after?
Childminders can care for up to 6 children under 8 years of age. The childminder's own children are taken into account.
Childminders who work with assistants or other registered childminders may look after larger groups of children.
The Ofsted registration certificate will state how many children a childminder can care for.
Page last updated Feb 23, 2012 12:48 PM
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