Coram PACEY

Coram PACEY PACEY is the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years. PACEY is always here for you.

We are a professional association dedicated to supporting home-based childcare professionals including childminders and nannies to provide high quality services, information and advice to children, their families and carers. Formed in 1977, we are a charity dedicated to supporting everyone working in childcare and early years to provide high quality care and early learning for children and families. We provide training, practical help, expert advice and represent the views and experiences of practitioners working throughout England and Wales, to champion their vital role in helping prepare children for a bright future. With more than 40 years' experience, you can be sure that PACEY membership is by your side with everything you need to power your practice, build your business, and feel protected and reassured.

Do you employ a childminding assistant? We’re here to help you understand the latest employment changes.New employment r...
11/10/2026

Do you employ a childminding assistant? We’re here to help you understand the latest employment changes.

New employment rules may affect areas including flexible working requests, staff records, sickness, holidays and performance management.

Our latest blog explains what’s changing in clear, practical terms and what you may need to do to make sure your childminding business is prepared. Take a few minutes to find out what you may need to update.

🔗 Read the blog: https://www.corampacey.org.uk/childminders-who-employ-assistants-needs-to-know-october-2026/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=employment

10/10/2026

✨ Coram PACEY helps to create free SEND training for childminders✨

As a childminder, you know that every child is unique. Having the confidence and knowledge to support children with additional needs can make a huge difference to their wellbeing, development and sense of belonging.

That's why Coram PACEY has partnered with Dingley's Promise and the Department for Education to create a series of free online SEND courses, with specific content for childminders.

The flexible, bite-sized modules can be completed at a time that suits you and cover topics including:

✅ Understanding SEND in the early years
✅ Speech, language and communication
✅ Sensory differences and sensory-friendly environments
✅ Neurodivergent play
✅ Understanding autism and reducing barriers to learning

Filled with practical advice, case studies and reflective activities, the training will help you build your confidence and develop an even more inclusive setting.

🔗 Start learning today: https://dingley.org.uk/training-eycpd/?utm_source=coram_pacey&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=partner_referrals

Yesterday, we hosted a roundtable discussion with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and nine childminders from...
09/10/2026

Yesterday, we hosted a roundtable discussion with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and nine childminders from our Insight Panel. The CMA is conducting a market study of the early years and childcare system in England. We submitted our evidence in the call for views back in July, and have been supporting the CMA to understand the key challenges facing childminders.

This was a unique opportunity for childminders to share what it's like working as a childminder, what their biggest challenges and barriers are, and how the system could work better to support them.

The discussion delved into a wide range of topics, including:
🔴Childminders’ experience delivering the Early Years Entitlement funding.
🔴The financial impact of three-and-four-year-old funding rates.
🔴Inconsistencies in practice and funding flexibilities across local authorities.
🔴The unfair rule preventing childminders from claiming funding for related children.
🔴Including childminders in government initiatives and communications.
🔴The unique benefits of childminding for children and families.

Join our Insight Panel and help shape the future of childcare and the early years sector! As part of our network of childcare professionals, you'll have the opportunity to share your views, influence key policy discussions and contribute to future research and consultations.

🔗Sign up: https://www.corampacey.org.uk/coram-paceys-insight-panel/

Early years experts at Hope have carefully selected a range of products to not only support childminders with creating m...
08/10/2026

Early years experts at Hope have carefully selected a range of products to not only support childminders with creating magical learning experiences for their little ones, but also help keep the every day running smoothly too.

Browse the full range, and don't forget Coram PACEY members save on every order with Hope!

🔗Visit their website for more info: https://www.hope-education.co.uk/lp/ey-childminders

⏰ One week left to sign up! Navigating Ofsted inspections: Lessons for childminders 🔍📅 Wednesday 14 October 2026🕖 7.00 -...
07/10/2026

⏰ One week left to sign up! Navigating Ofsted inspections: Lessons for childminders 🔍

📅 Wednesday 14 October 2026
🕖 7.00 - 8.00 PM

Feeling prepared can make all the difference when it comes to your Ofsted inspection. Join leadership specialist Pennie Akehurst for practical, evidence-informed guidance designed to help you understand what Ofsted is looking for, prepare with confidence and feel more assured in the decisions you make.

Bring your questions, access dedicated support and get practical advice tailored to childminders.

⭐ Coram PACEY members only - sign up now to book your place.
👉 Register using the Learning & Training hub on MyPACEY:
https://my.corampacey.org.uk/mypacey/Learning-hub/webinar-library

07/10/2026

What makes the Coram PACEY Childcare and early years conference so special? 💛

Our Head of Coram PACEY, Ka Lai, shares one of her highlights: seeing home-based childcare professionals come together, connect and have fun!

🎟️ Book your early bird ticket before 31 October and join us in 2027: https://www.corampacey.org.uk/childcare-and-early-years-conference-2027/

P.S. Ticket holders are invited to our pre-conference drinks too! 🍹

06/10/2026

Yesterday the Home-Based Childcare Awards 2026 opened for entries and we have been delighted by the excitement already.

With 10 categories this year, including four new, these awards are set to be the biggest yet. For the first time this year we will be hosting a small drinks reception at the Coram Campus in London to celebrate entree and announce winners. Make sure to book your free place.

The awards will close on Sunday 15th November so you don't have long to apply.

Enter now 🔗: https://www.corampacey.org.uk/get-involved/home-based-childcare-awards-2026/

Good luck!

🏆 The 2026 Home-Based Childcare Awards are now open! 🏆 It’s time to celebrate the incredible work you do for children, f...
05/10/2026

🏆 The 2026 Home-Based Childcare Awards are now open! 🏆

It’s time to celebrate the incredible work you do for children, families and communities. With 10 award categories, there are plenty of opportunities to showcase your achievements.

Enter by Sunday 15 November:
https://www.corampacey.org.uk/get-involved/home-based-childcare-awards-2026/

🥂 Join us to celebrate! Come along to our free awards drinks reception at Coram Campus, London, where we’ll celebrate our shortlisted entrants and reveal the 2026 winners.

📅 Friday 4 December | 🕕 6–8.30pm
📍 Coram Campus, London
🎟️ Free and open to all

You don’t need to enter an award to attend. Everyone is welcome!

Book your free place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-home-based-childcare-awards-2026-drinks-reception-tickets-1999507468664?aff=oddtdtcreator

What a weekend! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who came to see us at the Childcare & Education Expo.It was fantastic to meet so...
05/10/2026

What a weekend! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who came to see us at the Childcare & Education Expo.

It was fantastic to meet so many childminders, chat about the challenges and opportunities in childminding, and offer support through our Coram PACEY Childminder Clinic. We hope you enjoyed the event as much as we did!

If you’re looking for ongoing support, advice and resources for your childminding business, why not become a Coram PACEY member?

👉 Join Coram PACEY and get the support you deserve https://www.corampacey.org.uk/membership/


Childcare & Education Expo Coram

We’re back for day two of Childcare & Education Expo Coventry! 🎉Pop along to the Coram PACEY Childminder Clinic at stand...
03/10/2026

We’re back for day two of Childcare & Education Expo Coventry! 🎉

Pop along to the Coram PACEY Childminder Clinic at stand E36, where experienced childminder Imogen will be joining us to share advice and chat through your childminding questions.

Whether it’s funding, Ofsted changes, safeguarding or growing your childminding business, come and have a chat with us. 👋

Plus, enter our competition while you’re there for your chance to win a Childminder Business Essentials Pack! 🎁

Childcare & Education Expo Coram

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