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

Not sure what policies your really need? Here is a handy table showing which childminding policies are compulsory in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland.

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.

Childminders must take a first aid course and an introductory childcare course as part of registration. Whilst there is no requirement to complete further training courses, as long as you have the necessary knowledge to …