By Zara Smith, Coram PACEY Writer/Editor Becoming a nanny is a rewarding career choice for those who are passionate about working with children and supporting families. It offers the opportunity to play an important role in a child’s development while building close,...
Childminder webinar | Thursday 13 November 2025 | 7pm That’s right, here is your chance to ask an Early Years Inspector the burning questions you have about Ofsted’s renewed approach to inspections for childminders in England. Ofsted’s Wendy Ratcliff HMI, Principal...
By Zara Smith, Coram PACEY Writer/Editor In today’s digital world, childminders are not only safeguarding children in their care but also entrusted with highly personal and sensitive information about families. From registration forms to national insurance numbers and...
Changes coming into effect 1 September 2026  Ofsted have published updated early years toolkit, operating guide and inspection information, to reflect the DfE’s changes to the early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework for September 2026.  Early years...
Safeguarding: Guidance on requesting a police welfare check if a child has been persistently absent without explanation or contact from parents. By Zara Smith, Coram PACEY Writer and Advisor As childminders, we play a vital role in children’s safety and wellbeing. We...
