Welcome to the Childcare Approval Scheme website:
Information for nannies and parents

About Childcare Approval Scheme
What does the Scheme do for me?
Why should my nanny be approved?
I am a nanny, why should I be approved?
What is the approval process?
What qualifications are required?
What First Aid is required?
What is a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check?
Checking Approval Status

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The Childcare Approval Scheme (CAS) is a voluntary scheme for carers who are not required to be registered by Ofsted. Its aims are to raise the standard of home based care and allow greater numbers of parents to access financial support .