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Find out if you must apply to join the compulsory part of the Childcare Register instead of one of the other types of childcare provider.
Information on childcare for service families within the UK and overseas.
This guidance is for Ofsted inspectors carrying out inspections of providers that are only registered on either or both parts of the Childcare Register.
Find out if you can apply to join the voluntary part of the Childcare Register.
Requirements you must meet if you are an Ofsted-registered daycare provider on the voluntary part of the Childcare Register.
Tax and reporting rules for employers providing childcare, creche
Complain about a childminder, daycare provider, nanny, nursery or playgroup - complaints process, when to complain to Ofsted or the Department for Education
Information for early years providers, childminders and nurseries including guidance on the early years foundation stage (EYFS), funding and training.
Guidance for Ofsted staff on registering childcare providers and childminder agencies.
Check if you can get compensation if you’ve been unable to access Tax-Free Childcare or 30 hours free childcare due to technical issues.
Guidance for applicants on what to expect from Ofsted during the childcare application review process.
Ask HMRC to review your Tax-Free Childcare or 30 hours free childcare application if you disagree with a decision that you are not eligible.
Places boosted even further with new measures to support childminders, and funding rates confirmed for all childcare providers ahead of historic rollout.
Brand new recruitment campaign for early years workers launches today across TV, cinema, online, radio and out of home advertising.
Childcare Bill 2015 to 2016 supporting documents.
Find out more information on how to get tax-free employer supported childcare.
You must apply to register with Ofsted if you are the registered person, a registered individual or the nominated individual of a daycare.
How and when to apply for childcare places and schools.
Use this service if you want to apply to join the compulsory or voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.
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