Help and contacts
Where you can get help to become a childminder.
Your local council
You can get free help and advice from your local council.
Childcare groups and forums
You can get advice and training from professional childcare groups like:
You could also get advice from other childminders on forums such as Childminding Forum.
Questions about your application
enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk
Help with registering online
If you do not feel confident using digital tools like computers, do ask a friend or family for help.
The other organisations on this page may be able to help as well.
You can also call the Ofsted application team on 0300 123 1231.