Support for professionals who work with children, young people and their families

If you are a professional worker and you support children, young people or their families in Plymouth, then you may find the links and resources within this section useful.

We can help you with information and guidance on how to set up a new childcare business - whether that's a nursery, crèche, playgroup, out of school or holiday club or as a childminder.

The Early Years Safeguarding and Welfare Team has a responsibility for ensuring childcare providers meet statutory requirements and keep children safe.

The Early Years Provider Portal is a self-service facility that can be used by all Early Years Providers to submit their information to the Council, including Headcount and Census information.