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The Childcare Works toolkits bring together everything you need to grow, sustain and start childcare provision.

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How to set up childcare services in England

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How to set up childcare services in England

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This guide sets out what you need to do to set up a childcare service in England

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These guides are in 4 categories, telling you what you need to do if you want to apply to:

be a childminder

be a nanny

be a nursery or other type of daycare

register on the Childcare Register, if you do not fit into one of the above categories

Each section also has important information for running that type of childcare. This includes:

adding a setting where you can look after children

which people, who join or leave, that you need to tell Ofsted about

reporting serious childcare incidents such as temporary closures, or a child's illness or injury

paying an Ofsted invoice in relation to your childcare

If you do not meet the registration requirements of any of the above childcare provider types, you might be able to register only on the Childcare Register.

There are 2 parts of the Childcare Register - voluntary and compulsory. They have different registration requirements.

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These guides are in 4 categories, telling you what you need to do if you want to apply to: be a childminder be a nanny be a nursery or other type of daycare register on the Childcare Register, if you do not fit into one of the above categories Each section also has important information for running that type of childcare.

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Campaign creative advertisements childcare providers can use

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Guidance for providers on what funding/ payment initiatives available

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This toolkit covers all areas of business support, through the three stages of business; start up, growth, sustain

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If you are just starting out, these resources are for you. They will help you navigate your way through creating business structure, registering with Ofsted, recruiting staff for the first time, promoting your business, and working in partnership with schools and parents.

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Thinking about becoming a registered childminder

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Thinking about becoming a registered childminder

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Thinking About Becoming a Registered Childminders Leaflet

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Becoming a childminder in England - PACEY

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Professional Association for Childcare & Early Years

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Famly - 5 'red flag figures' to understand your nursery finances

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Famly - 5 'red flag figures' to understand your nursery finances

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This blog post talks about the five key factors to consider when analysing your businesses finance - and how to do it.

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5 numbers to help track your nursery’s finances | Famly

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Looking for a better grasp of your nursery’s finances? Knowing these five ‘red flag figures’ will help you keep better tabs on your early years business.

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Childcare Provider VMC Member Information Pack

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