Do childminders have to be registered?
Childminders can look after children from birth up to sixteen years old. If they are looking after children under eight, they must be registered with Ofsted on the Early Year Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. Childminders who care for children under five must work to the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS). EYFS aims to help young children achieve the five Every Child Matters outcomes of: • Staying safe • Being healthy • Enjoying and achieving • Making a positive contribution, and • Achieving economic well-being For more information on the Early Years Foundation Stage, please visit the Department of Children, Schools and Families website. (external site) You can find out more information on Ofsted registrations and inspections website (external site).
