As more childminders are quitting the profession amid concerns over costs, we’d like to hear why and from parents who’ve been affectedThe number of childminders in England has roughly halved over the past decade, with...
See moreAs more childminders are quitting the profession amid concerns over costs, we’d like to hear why and from parents who’ve been affected
The number of childminders in England has roughly halved over the past decade, with many citing rising costs, low pay and increasing paperwork as reasons for leaving the profession. Childcare organisations have also warned that upcoming tax changes could push more childminders out of the sector.
Campaigners say the decline is making it harder for families to find flexible and affordable childcare, particularly in areas already struggling with shortages.
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As more childminders are quitting the profession amid concerns over costs, we’d like to hear why and from parents who’ve been affectedThe number of childminders in England has roughly halved over the past decade, with...
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