What is involved in a childminder training course, how long will it take and what will it cost? To become a childminder you first need to decide whether to register with an accredited childminder agency like Koru Kids or directly with Ofsted. This article explains how the free Koru Kids childminder training works.

The Koru Ethos is centered around play, and the importance of intrinsic motivation and self regulation as opposed to coercive control.

Setting up your own childminding business can be hugely rewarding – both financially and in terms of the lifestyle it can give to you and your family. This blog explains the many benefits of being a childminder, and why the role attracts such a diverse group of people.

How much does a childminder earn? As a childminder running a Koru Kids Home Nursery, we would expect you to be able to earn up to £50,000 a year. This blog explains how.

How do I become a registered childminder and what qualifications do I need? How much does it cost and how long does it take? This blog explains the different options for becoming a registered childminder, including the pros and cons of Ofsted or agency.

We’ve rounded up all the most festive, family (and covid) friendly things to do this winter, so you can keep the kids busy and Christmas spirits high this year.

Thanks to https://imgur.com/tCWChf6 for this wheel, which we love at Koru Kids. The wheel helps us to discuss emotions with children (and grown ups!). Simple straightforward emotions in the middle give way to steadily more nuanced versions as the wheel goes outwards.  We love having this on the fridge, so that we can all practice being…

For some parents, working from home will mean they no longer need childcare; they can work more flexibly now or their kids are a bit older and can entertain themselves. Though for a lot of parents, childcare is still very much needed and that is totally OK!

The new guidelines have added yet more confusion for parents about what is and isn’t allowed when it comes to childcare. We’ve been helping parents understand what is and isn’t allowed so here’s a simple breakdown of the guidance when it comes to childcare.  London is in Tier 2 London was moved into Tier 2,…

Let’s face it – after school care is hard at the best of times; and in a global pandemic and it feels near impossible. While after school clubs have previously been the go-to option for lots of families, many are having to reduce their numbers and some aren’t opening at all in September. With September right around…