Nannies and au pairs, also known as ‘home childcares’, look after children of any age in the child’s own home.

As a nanny, you can look after children from 2 different families at the home of one of the families. However, if more than 2 families use the care at the same time, it is classed as childminding and you will need to register as a childminder.

Nannies do not have to register with Ofsted. However, you can choose to register with them voluntarily. This means that parent may be able to get help with childcare costs.

For more information on registering as a Nanny please follow this link.