Use our handy online tool to calculate your allowable household expenses for your childminding accounts.

Deposits and retainer fees are charged at the start of childminding contracts to reserve places. They help ensure that a parent is committed to using the place that they have reserved and that you are not left out of pocket by keeping a vacancy open only find the parent has changed their mind about using your childminding service.

Deciding how much to charge for your childminding service can be a difficult decision. Learn how to set your fees by calculating your expenses are comparing other local services.