Register a childminding service

If you are thinking about becoming a childminder, you can contact us for general advice through our Contact Centre 0345 600 9527 or email our registration team.

When you are ready to apply to register, you can also ask us for pre application advice. This can be done through our digital portal. The digital portal is the entry point for making your application and you can create an account to access your application as you go through the process. By creating an account, you can save your progress and return to complete your application at any time.

Before you apply to register as a childminder, read our guidance documents. They give advice about planning your childminding service as well as what to expect once you are initially registered.