Becoming a childminder

The role of a registered childminder is both rewarding and challenging. 

Are you are passionate about making a difference? Do you want to build strong foundations and shape a childs early years? This will help them to thrive, be confident and prepare them for school. 

Pre-registration

Come along to our pre-registration meeting to find out more

Our pre-registration meeting will help you to decide whether this is the right career for you.

To see when the next meeting is, and to book your place:

Book your place

Home-based childcare course

You'll need to attend the 'Preparing to work in Home-based Childcare HBCA' course. This is a level 3 CACHE (Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education) qualification. These are held each term. The course lasts 14 weeks and takes place one evening a week. It provides you with all the information and tools you need to become a childminder.

An initial verbal and written assessment will need to be completed at Stanmore College before you are accepted onto the course.