Coutinho is urging the housing sector to support childminders by allowing them to operate their business in rented properties, noting that one in eight childminders are being prevented from working in their homes.
“By allowing a childminder to work from your property, you are not only giving them the opportunity to run a successful business, but you are also improving the life chances of families who use their service,” she said in a letter to housing associations, home builders and landlords.
It calls on housing association members and individual landlords not to turn away prospective childminders, and asks freeholders and home builders to consider the importance of early education and childcare when drafting leases on their properties.
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
