HUB Feedback Form
We would like to offer you an opportunity to share your views and ideas about the Childcare Works HUB by filling out this form. This will assist us to continuously improve the resources we create for providers and schools on the HUB. The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
Case Study: Expanding a Childminding Business to Offer Wraparound Care
Introduction With the national expansion of wraparound care creating growing demand for before and after school care services, it is an exciting opportunity and key way for childminders to sustain and develop their businesses. The national programme aims to help working parents better balance their careers and childcare responsibilities, while creating significant opportunities for childcare […]
Childcare Expansion Myth-buster for Providers
This easy-to-read myth-buster has been developed to address common misconceptions around the childcare expansion. The visually optimised resource shares comprehensive and accurate information from trusted official sources that can easily be downloaded, printed and shared with staff teams, or displayed in staff rooms.
Speech and Language Resources for Practitioners
An introduction to speech, language and communication Speech and Language UK’s free introduction to speech, language and communication course introduces how to support children and young people’s speech, language and communication skills, why this is crucial for learning and wellbeing, and how to identify children with challenges. View here Speech, language and communication advanced […]
Meet Lucy Lewin
Lucy features in some of the recorded presentations. In this video clip she introduces herself and her background in early years and childcare.
Invoicing, Consumables, and Charging Structures
Effective management of invoicing consumables and charging structures is crucial for maintaining transparency and fairness as required by the DfE statutory and operational guidance. This recording considers the requirements of the operational guidance and explores invoicing good practice. Hear first-hand a provider’s experience of defining consumables vs. equipment and resources, how to develop fair and […]
Breaking Down Barriers – Helping Providers See Opportunities, Not Challenges
This session explores how tools and frameworks can shift our perspectives to view perceived challenges as opportunities for growth and improvement. The short recording explores how SWOT analysis and the ‘5 Whys Method’ can be used to identify opportunities and overcome challenges. We take you through how to use the problem-solving frameworks step by step […]
Supporting Providers to have Courageous Conversations
Courageous conversations are essential for maintaining a healthy and transparent environment in childcare settings. They help address issues promptly and build trust among staff and parents. This recording discusses how to conduct difficult discussions openly and constructively, so we enhance relationships with parents and staff. Watch on Vimeo here Want to know more about […]
Marketing and Promotion – Finding and Keeping Customers
This short recording considers marketing from a childcare provider’s perspective. It considers strategies to attract new families and retain existing ones. It highlights how effective marketing activity which includes digital and community-based marketing/events, social media, customer feedback, and compelling content can build a strong, appealing brand that resonates with families to ensure a steady flow […]