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Koru Kids Ofsted Registration: Highest possible grade

Please note this rating only applies to our Home Nursery service. Become a Koru Kids Childminder Overall inspection judgement Effective Leadership and management Effective The

Finding great childcare in London can be a real challenge. The image shows a smiling child going on a nature hunt amongst flowers, holding a magnifying glass.
Do I need childcare qualifications to become a childminder?
Our Koru Kids training gives you the qualifications you need to run a successful childminding business. During our training you will receive a Level 1
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Do I need an Ofsted registered nanny?

Searching for the perfect nanny is hard! Bombarded with loads of different options and applicants, parents can have a tough decision to make. Do you

How much does it cost to become a childminder?

Become a Koru Kids Childminder Becoming a childminder couldn’t be easier with Koru Kids, and in this handy guide we break down all the costs

Childminder in Northwood: meet Hetal, a Koru Kids Early Educator
We caught up with Hetal, a childminder in Northwood, to find out a little more about her home nursery.
Claire: primary school teacher turned childminder in Southall
With over 20 years of teaching experience, Claire decided to make the switch to become a childminder in Southall. We caught up with Claire, to
Ilona, a Koru Kids Early Educator, on being a childminder in Mitcham
Ilona, a childminder in Mitcham, has a real passion for childcare. With over 15 years of experience nannying and working in nurseries, she recently took
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Jobs for stay at home mums and dads—from desk to fresh air
We want to support parents, whether they go back to work or stay at home to raise their kids—or both at the same time. So
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How to be a childminder: four Koru Kids childminders share their stories
There is so much to consider when you become a childminder. Wondering how to be a truly great childminder? Four Koru Kids childminders share their
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Do all childminders need an Ofsted health declaration form?
The Ofsted health declaration form is just one item on what can feel like a very long 'to do' list when you're thinking about becoming
Who supports our childminders? Meet our Childcare Quality Coaching team
Our Childcare Quality Coaching team will reach out over the phone to help you prepare for your childminder registration visit. They'll make sure you do
Never hear ‘I’m booored’ again. Meet our newest after school nannies
Here at Koru Kids, we help families find great quality, flexible after school childcare. We couldn’t do this without our brilliant nannies, who each bring

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