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In March 2026, Minister Bailey wrote a letter informing early years settings of amendments that the Department for Education (DfE) intends to make to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory frameworks later this year. The letter mainly focused on safer sleep but also referred to potential changes to ensure that children are suitably protected from banned dog breeds in childcare settings. Banned dog breeds are those to which section 1 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 applies and includes the XL Bully type.

The DfE held a targeted stakeholder consultation considering different options, following which the decision has been made to prohibit the provision of registered childcare from any premises where a banned dog breed is present or kept.

This change will come into force from 1 September 2026, subject to parliamentary and legislative process. Further communications on this will be issued by the Department for Education in Summer 2026.

Department for Education update on banned dog breeds in England - Coram PACEY The Department for Education has shared an update around banned dog breeds in settings in England.

Ofsted has recently updated its blog for nannies, covering registration, inspections and the key differences between nannying and childminding. The blog also clarifies the rules around caring for children from different families and explains how existing childminders can operate as nannies under their current registration.

Are you a nanny? Coram PACEY is here to support you with training, resources, policy updates and professional advice to help you throughout your career.

👉Become a Coram PACEY member: https://www.corampacey.org.uk/careers-in-childcare/nannies/
🔍Read Ofsted's blog: https://earlyyears.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/08/nannies-what-you-need-to-know/

On Tuesday, we met with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to discuss the review of the early years sector requested by Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson. It was a constructive conversation that explored the challenges and opportunities facing childminders.

We were pleased to share the views of the childminding community and ensure that the voices of our members, as well as the wider childminding sector, are represented and heard throughout this process. Any early years review must examine the sector as a whole, address funding challenges, and identify improvements that will help create a system that works effectively for providers, children, and families.

Education Secretary asks CMA to review childcare market in England - Coram PACEY The Education Secretary has written to the independent Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) requesting a review of the English early years childcare market.

Early Years SENCO Level 3: applications open for childminders!

Best Practice Network’s Early Years SENCO Level 3 programme is open to childminders looking to strengthen their SEND knowledge and practice.

The programme is:
✅ Fully funded by the Department for Education
✅ Delivered online over six months
✅ Flexible training options, including optional Saturday morning sessions exclusively for childminders

It is designed to help Early Years professionals develop practical strategies for identifying and supporting children with SEND in their setting.

Places are limited, so childminders interested in joining the programme are encouraged to apply early to secure their place.

Find out more and apply: https://www.bestpracticenet.co.uk/early-years-senco?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=3rd%20party&utm_campaign=coram_pacey_social

Music supports language, literacy, confidence and connection in everyday early years practice.

In a recent podcast episode Boogie Mites and Sam Goldsworthy (Coram PACEY Childminder of the Year 2025) share simple ways to bring music into daily routines.

For Coram PACEY childminders, don’t miss your exclusive member offers - 50% off Boogie Mites practitioner products and webinars.

Not a member? Coram PACEY membership gives you access to ongoing CPD, support and year-round savings.

👉 Login to MyPACEY to claim your discount
https://my.corampacey.org.uk/mypacey/My-offers/Boogie-Mites
🎧 Listen to the podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3mphmAiqkv5h4zCJBsJG7C?si=u6ucLehtTvqDsEr7acv5qw&nd=1&dlsi=7a11c1f1e8fd4c80

Calling all Plymouth childminders 📣

We want to hear from you!

Join a confidential virtual roundtable with Coram PACEY to share your experiences, challenges, opportunities, and views on local support for childminders in Plymouth.

Your feedback will help shape a childminder recruitment strategy with Plymouth City Council, supporting the future of childcare in the area.

The roundtable is open to all registered childminders in Plymouth – Coram PACEY members and non-members welcome.

📅 Tuesday 23 June | 6:30–7:30pm
📍 Online via Zoom
👥 Limited to 20 places (a second session may be arranged depending on demand)
🧸 Who can join? Registered childminders in Plymouth

Sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/r94sGST1RmeK5Fyslv3aXw

Supporting families through potty training?

Take a look at the Government-backed Potty Training Guide, developed collaboratively with Coram PACEY and early years sector partners.

The guide is a great resource to help childminders and families work together towards this important milestone.

https://startingreception.co.uk/potty-training/

Childminders shape healthy habits that last a lifetime.

Our new Magic of Childminding report highlights the incredible work childminders do every day to support children's nutrition, wellbeing and development — often going above and beyond for the families they care for.

Read the report: https://www.corampacey.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns-media/magic-of-childminding-report/

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