- Childminders are home-based childcare providers. They may be suitable for you as they work from their own home and are more flexible.
- They must complete all relevant training, be registered and inspected by Ofsted.
- Childminders will also be able to pick up and drop of your child to and from nursery/school.
- Childminders follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for children from 0-5.
- Childminders can provide childcare service before and after school.
How to ensure safety of your child with a childminder
To ensure that your child is with a safe childminder, you can request to see their childminder registration certificate. You can view their Ofsted inspection report.
Find a childminder
You can search for childminders using the buttons below
Registered childminders in Harrow
Or you can customise your search to meet your requirements, with filters for:
- childminders with vacancies
- special needs support
- school drop-off and pick-ups
Help with costs
Childminders are eligible for the following schemes:
- Free education for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Free education for 2-year-olds
- Help with costs for working parents
- Help with costs for student parents
Find out what support you can get using the Governement's Childcare Calculator
Choosing a childminder
See the PACEY website for guidance on choosing the right childminder.