The Childminder's Corner

Policies, EYFS, Ofsted inspections, and the day-to-day reality of running a registered childminding business in England.

14 June 2026 · 3 min
Settling In: Helping Child and Parent Feel Safe
A good settling-in period builds trust for years. Here's how to structure those early visits so both the child and their family feel genuinely secure.
14 June 2026 · 3 min
Daily Diaries That Save You Time at Pick-Up
Daily diary updates don't have to eat into your day. Here's how to structure them so they're quick to write and genuinely useful for families at pick-up.
14 June 2026 · 3 min
How to Write a Behaviour Policy Parents Actually Read
Most childminder behaviour policies go unread. Here's how to write one that's clear, honest, and sets the right tone with families from the start.
14 June 2026 · 2 min
Five EYFS Activities Ready in Two Minutes Flat
Short on prep time? These five EYFS-aligned activities take two minutes to set up and cover key areas of learning across the Early Years framework.
14 June 2026 · 3 min
Getting Ofsted-ready: a calm checklist for childminders
A practical, reassuring checklist for UK registered childminders preparing for an Ofsted inspection — what to have ready, what inspectors look for, and how to feel prepared.

Everything a registered childminder needs — in one place

42 Ofsted-ready policies, EYFS planning templates, daily observation forms, risk assessments, and Polly — your AI childminding assistant. All updated when legislation changes.

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