A to Z of services
Childminding
A childminder is a man or woman who looks after children from birth to eight years, in his/her own home, for more than two hours aday, and receives a reward for this service. This does not apply if the child is a close relative i.e. grandchild, niece or nephew.
- Lancashire County Council's Childcare web pages provide more information about becoming a childminder or finding a suitable childminder (external link).
- Get information on individual nursery schools and childcare providers from Lancashire County Council;s Family Information Services (external link).