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Become a childminder in North Yorkshire

Find out how to set up as a childminder in North Yorkshire. Information for existing childminders employing assistants.

You can register with Ofsted or a childminding agency to become a childminder.

If you have any questions about becoming a childminder in North Yorkshire, including sufficiency information demand for childcare in your area, contact us.

More information

  • Gov.uk: become a childminder or nanny
  • Gov.uk: becoming a childminder and running your business
  • Gov.uk: early years foundation stage statutory framework
  • Gov.uk: criminal record checks for childminders
  • Ofsted's registration process for childminders
  • Ofsted's registration requirements for childminders
  • Gov.uk: become a childminder: pre-registration briefing
  • The Best Start in Life parent hub
  • childcare works toolkit for childminders

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