A childminder is anyone who works at home caring for other people's children under eight years of age - usually whilst the parent works or is at college.
There are more than 400 registered childminders in Lewisham. All childminders must be registered with OfSTED.
Choosing a childminder
We can provide details of childminders in their local area who have current vacancies.
We will also send you a leaflet advising what to look for and what to ask when you visit a childminder's home.
Meeting your needs
We will try to find a local registered childminder who can meet your needs. For example, you might want a childminder who:
- can provide vegetarian meals
- will collect from a particular school
- has experience of caring for children with special needs.
Paying for childminding services
Financial arrangements are a private matter to be agreed between parent and childminder.
However, we strongly advise that parents sign a contract with their childminder. We provide childminders with a standard contract for this purpose.
Find further advice on the Ofsted website.
Find a local childminder on the ChildcareLink website.