What does a childminder do?
Childminders look after babies and children under five years old. Looking after older children before and after school and during the holidays may also be required.
Childminders are now registered by OFSTED and inspected every year.
How to become a childminder
If you would like to become a childminder please contact the Childcare Information Service.
Developing as a childminder
Existing Childminders who are interested in developing their skills should contact Cambridgeshire's Early Years and Childcare Service.
A career in childcare
If you want to work in childcare but are not sure if childminding is for you, see our page Childcare as a career which gives more information on the various options open to you.