Why should my nanny be approved?

Benefits to Parents

• By using an approved carer you know that they have been checked and met basic criteria as a childcarer.
• This means that they are not unsuitable to care for children and have some understanding of their needs and what to do in an emergency.
• By using an approved carer you may be able to access financial support through the childcare element of the Working Tax Credit or through employer supported childcare.

Benefits to Childcarers

• Increased employability through a nationally recognised approval scheme commissioned by the Department for Education and Skills.
• Recognised confirmation of childcare training and status.
• Increased opportunity for employment with parents who may benefit from claiming tax benefits when using approved childcarers.