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Start Your Own
Childminding Business
With Expert Guidance

Take the first step towards a rewarding career caring for children while running your own business.

Work Part-time or Full-time. Earnings often reach £40,000 a year or more, though income varies considerably by location, fees, working hours, expenses and permitted child numbers.

Whether you're looking for a flexible career, want to work from home, or have a passion for supporting children's learning and development, becoming an Ofsted-registered childminder can provide a fulfilling and financially rewarding opportunity.

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Childminder working with children

Why Choose
Youstar Connect?

We understand that becoming a childminder can seem overwhelming. Our experienced team provides practical guidance to help you complete every stage with confidence.

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Risk assessments Safeguarding knowledge Mock Ofsted interviews Business setup advice Continuous support after registration Risk assessments Safeguarding knowledge Mock Ofsted interviews Business setup advice Continuous support after registration

What Is a
Childminder?

A childminder is a registered childcare professional who looks after children in a safe home environment while supporting their learning, development and wellbeing.

Childminders work closely with families to provide high-quality childcare. Requirements differ depending on the age group and registration route you follow.

Registration Routes

We help you understand which path applies:

  • Early Years childminding — typically children under 5, where EYFS requirements apply
  • Childcare for Ages 5 - 17 — school-age care with different expectations from early years settings
  • Nanny / home-childcarer registration — caring for children in the family home under the relevant registration rules

Who Can Apply?

You may be suitable if you:

  • Are aged 18 or over
  • Have the right to work in the UK
  • Are passionate about working with children
  • Can provide a safe and suitable home environment
  • Are willing to complete the required checks and training

Is Childminding
Right for You?

Childminding could be ideal if you:

  • Enjoy working with children
  • Want to run your own business
  • Are looking for flexible working hours
  • Want to work from home
  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Are patient, caring and organised
  • Want to make a positive difference in children's lives

Our Childminder
Support Services

We provide comprehensive guidance across all essential areas of your childminding journey.

Ofsted Registration

We provide guidance on:

  • Understanding the registration process
  • Completing your application
  • Preparing for registration

Required Training

We provide guidance on:

  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Safeguarding
  • Child Development
  • EYFS requirements
  • Health and Safety
  • Food Hygiene (where appropriate)

Documentation Support

We provide support with the documents commonly required, including:

  • Policies and procedures
  • Risk assessments
  • Emergency procedures
  • Safeguarding documentation
  • Record-keeping requirements

Preparing for Your Visit

Our support includes:

  • Mock registration interviews
  • Typical Ofsted questions
  • Practical scenarios
  • Home preparation guidance
  • Compliance advice

Choose Your
Support Package

Clear packages with fixed prices. Select a package to enquire — our team will confirm details by email, phone or WhatsApp.

Childcare Essential

£149

  • Common Core Skills and Knowledge training
  • Safeguarding Children Level 2 and Level 3 online course
  • Food Safety and Hygiene Level 2 online course
  • Health and Safety awareness online course
  • Online course completion certificates
  • Flexible online study access under the applicable course access terms
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Essential Start-Up

£249

Everything included in Childcare Essential, plus:

  • Common Core Skills and Knowledge training
  • Level 3 Blended Paediatric First Aid training
  • Childminder start-up and registration checklist
  • Guidance on the main steps in the Ofsted registration process
  • DBS application guidance; the DBS fee is not included
  • An initial start-up guidance session
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Professional

£499

Everything included in Essential Start-Up, plus:

  • Mock Ofsted registration interview guide with model questions and answers
  • Childminder policies and procedures manual
  • Room, garden, transport, outing and emergency risk-assessment templates
  • Childcare business and marketing templates
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Complete Plus

£649

Everything included in the Professional package, plus:

  • One-to-one childminder registration guidance
  • Personalised review of completed registration documents
  • Personalised review of policies and risk assessments
  • An additional mock interview with preparation feedback
  • Priority support during the agreed registration-support period
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Benefits
of Becoming a
Childminder

  • Be your own boss
  • Work from home
  • Flexible working hours
  • Build a rewarding career
  • Make a positive impact on children's lives
  • Opportunity to grow your childcare business
  • Competitive earning potential
Professional childminder at work

What's Included?

Depending on the support package you choose, you may receive:

  • Registration guidance
  • Mock Ofsted interview
  • Risk assessment guidance
  • Training recommendations
  • Business advice
  • Compliance support
Childminder support adviser


Frequently
Asked Questions

The packages are designed for aspiring and developing childminders, nannies and childcare professionals who need training, practical resources or registration preparation. The best option depends on the training and support you have already completed.

Choose Childcare Essential if you mainly need core training. Essential Start-Up adds blended Paediatric First Aid and introductory registration guidance. Professional adds substantial document packs and a live mock interview. Complete Plus adds personalised review and more one-to-one support.

Yes. Common Core Skills and Knowledge is available for £79, and Level 3 Blended Paediatric First Aid is available for £150. Other individual courses may be available separately where stated.

Contact Youstar Connect before purchasing another package. Where an upgrade is available, we will confirm the additional price, what will be carried forward and any applicable terms before payment.

Some training is relevant to both roles, but registration and workplace requirements can differ. Check the package description and confirm the requirements of your employer, agency, local authority, Ofsted or other relevant body before enrolling.

Common Core Skills and Knowledge training
Safeguarding Children Level 2 and Level 3 online course
Food Safety and Hygiene Level 2 online course
Health and Safety awareness online course
Online course completion certificates
Flexible online study access under the applicable course access terms

Everything included in Childcare Essential
Common Core Skills and Knowledge training
Level 3 Blended Paediatric First Aid training
Childminder start-up and registration checklist
Guidance on the main steps in the Ofsted registration process
DBS application guidance; the DBS fee is not included
An initial start-up guidance session

Everything included in Essential Start-Up
Mock Ofsted registration interview guide with model questions and answers
Childminder policies and procedures manual
Room, garden, transport, outing and emergency risk-assessment templates
Childcare business and marketing templates

Everything included in the Professional package
One-to-one childminder registration guidance
Personalised review of completed registration documents
Personalised review of policies and risk assessments
An additional mock interview with preparation feedback
Priority support during the agreed registration-support period

Yes, based on the published package structure. Essential Start-Up includes Childcare Essential, Professional includes Essential Start-Up, and Complete Plus includes Professional. Check the current package page at the time of purchase in case the offer has been updated.

It covers core areas of knowledge commonly relevant to childcare practice. The course description will explain the subjects covered, delivery method, assessment and certificate provided.

The individual course price is £79. It is also included in the childcare packages described in this FAQ.

Requirements can vary by role, registration route, employer and regulator. You should confirm that the course is accepted for your intended purpose before purchasing. Youstar Connect can explain the course but cannot decide on behalf of an external organisation.

The course price is £150. It is also included in the Essential Start-Up, Professional and Complete Plus packages.

Blended delivery combines online learning with a scheduled face-to-face practical session. Both elements must be completed where required before the learner can successfully complete the course.

No. The practical skills must be demonstrated and assessed in person. Completing only the online element does not amount to completion of the blended course.

Practical sessions take place in London and Coventry. We may also be able to arrange sessions in other locations where at least two other learners are ready to complete their practical training during the same period. If you cannot attend in London or Coventry, please contact Youstar Connect to discuss availability before purchasing the course.

The classroom cancellation, transfer and no-show terms will apply. Contact Youstar Connect as early as possible if you cannot attend. A transfer may depend on notice, availability and any reasonable additional cost.

How long you complete could depend on you. You could complete between 6 weeks to 12 weeks

Yes, online elements are designed for flexible study within the access arrangements supplied at enrolment. Live sessions and practical training must be attended at the agreed time.

Certificates are issued for courses successfully completed in accordance with the relevant assessment and attendance requirements. Payment alone does not guarantee a certificate.

The applicable course rules will explain any resit or reassessment arrangements. A refund is not normally given solely because a learner does not complete or pass an assessment.

No. Registration decisions are made by Ofsted or the relevant external body. Youstar Connect provides training, resources and support but cannot guarantee registration, approval, employment or a particular inspection outcome.

Youstar Connect can provide guidance according to the package purchased. You remain responsible for providing accurate information, completing declarations, submitting your application and meeting all external requirements.

Templates must be reviewed and adapted to your own premises, children, services, routines and risks. You are responsible for ensuring that your final documents are accurate, current and followed in practice.

No, unless the package description expressly states otherwise. Ofsted fees, DBS fees, medical or GP fees, insurance, travel, accommodation and other third-party charges are normally paid separately.

The website and payment page should state the VAT position before you pay. Contact Youstar Connect if the total price is unclear.

Any instalment option will be stated before purchase. If no instalment option is displayed, contact Youstar Connect to ask whether one is available. Access to some elements may depend on the agreed payment schedule.

Cancellation rights depend on what was purchased, when access or delivery began and whether you requested immediate access during the statutory cancellation period. Read the Youstar Connect Cancellation and Refund Policy before purchasing.

A change-of-mind refund may no longer be available after digital access or downloading begins where the required consent and acknowledgement were obtained. Your statutory rights remain unaffected if content is faulty, unavailable or not as described.

You will normally be offered a transfer, an equivalent alternative or a refund for the affected booking, in accordance with the applicable cancellation policy.

Courses, guidance and resources may be updated to keep them accurate or improve delivery. Any material change affecting a confirmed purchase will be explained, and your contractual and statutory rights will remain unaffected.

Contact Youstar Connect before purchasing and explain your intended role, training already completed and the support you need. We can explain the available options, but you should verify any external registration or employment requirement with the relevant organisation.
Registered childminder with a child

Why Families Choose Registered Childminders

Registered childminders offer:

  • A safe and nurturing home environment
  • Individual attention
  • Flexible childcare arrangements
  • Support for children's learning and development
  • Strong partnerships with parents

Book a Free
Consultation

Speak with one of our advisers to discuss:

  • Becoming a childminder
  • Registration requirements
  • Training options
  • Preparing for Ofsted
  • Starting your childcare business

There is no obligation—just practical advice to help you get started.

Contact Us
Youstar Connect

📞 07916 937741 📞 0208 127 8220 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ info@youstarconnect.co.uk 🕜 Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Package information

Key course details. Learner reviews remain “To be confirmed” until supplied.

Exact price
Childcare Essential £149; Essential Start-Up £249; Professional £499; Complete Plus £649
Course duration
No fixed completion deadline for childcare blended packages (see cancellation / completion policy). Online modules within packages follow the Youstar learning course list lengths
Delivery
Blended — online learning plus tutor-led, practical, advisory or resource elements depending on package
Intended audience
People becoming Ofsted-registered childminders / home childcarers
Certificate received
Completion certificates for included online courses when requirements are met; package components as listed on each package card
Certificate validity / renewal
See Youstar learning course list for each online topic
Accreditation or CPD status
Included online courses are CPD accredited per the course list; Paediatric First Aid in higher packages follows the First Aid awarding arrangements (Highfield for blended Level 3 PFA)

What is included

  • See package cards above for what each package includes (from Childcare Essential through Complete Plus)

What is not included

  • Elements not listed on the selected package card or order confirmation
  • Guarantee of Ofsted registration, employment or third-party acceptance

Refund / cancellation terms

For childcare blended training packages (online plus tutor-led, practical, advisory or resource elements): a 14-day cancellation period normally allows a full change-of-mind refund if nothing has started (no account activated, no digital resource supplied for immediate use, no live/practical session begun, no personalised consultation started). There is no fixed completion deadline for the package, subject to the policy. After start, full change-of-mind refunds are not normally available. See the full Childcare Blended Training Cancellation, Refund and Completion Policy. Contact info@youstarconnect.co.uk or 07916 937741 / 0208 127 8220.

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