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Use this service if you want to apply to join the compulsory or voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.
Information local authorities should include in their agreements with early years providers to deliver free entitlements.
What social care providers need to know when notifying Ofsted of a serious incident.
Terms of reference for the independent investigation into maternity and neonatal care in England.
How schools can support pupils whose mental health problems manifest themselves in behaviour.
Meningococcal immunisation information for public health professionals.
This booklet covers all immunisations for babies during their first year of life.
How to register with Ofsted and apply to open, manage, or be associated with a supported accommodation service.
Statutory guidance for schools about employing staff who have been disqualified from providing childcare.
Tell Ofsted about a serious incident in a supported accommodation service.
Guidance on the 8 principles of a whole school or college approach to promoting mental health and wellbeing.
You must tell Ofsted about changes to those responsible for a daycare organisation, and for a home where daycare takes place, and also who is living or working there.
Guidance for applicants and registered providers of childcare on domestic premises.
You will need to follow a specific procedure if you want to contract as an Ofsted inspector.
Requirements you must meet if you are a childminder and registered with Ofsted on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.
Annex A form for children's homes and secure children's homes to fill in ahead of inspections under the social care common inspection framework (SCCIF).
Information for eligible schools about the School-based Nursery (SBN) Capital Grant for 2025 to 2026.
When you can share information about your case, what you can share and what to do if someone else shares information.
Guidance to help those who work in early years settings consider their practice and to take steps to safeguard both children and adults online.
Guide for local authorities and providers on when Ofsted will prioritise an application to register a children’s home.
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