Once you have completed the registration form, you will be taken to the login page on your browser.
Before you begin
Have your sign‑up email and password handy.
It’s easiest to do your first setup on a laptop or tablet. After that, your phone is perfect for day‑to‑day work.
Time needed: 15–20 minutes
Step 1 - Log In
After completing the registration form, you’ll be taken to the Login page.
Enter the email and password you used to sign up.
Click Log in.
Having trouble logging in?
Double‑check your email and password (watch for extra spaces or caps lock).
Click Forgot password to reset it via email.
Still stuck? Use the Help button on our website to message our team or reach out to hello@childmindingapp.com.
Once you’re in, you’ll land on your Childminding App dashboard.
Step 2 - Follow the onboarding checklist
When you first log in, you’ll see an easy step‑by‑step checklist. Work through the tasks in order:
Set your basic settings
Add your opening days/hours and your curriculum (e.g., B25M, CFE).
Why this matters: your registers, billing and L&D's all use these settings.Add children & Add staff (if applicable)
Create a profile for each child with key details, and assistants or team members so they can access the platform.
Tip: you can invite parents later - focus on the essentials first.Set up sessions and fees
Create your sessions (e.g., Morning 8–12, Afternoon 12–16) and fees (hourly, daily, funded hours).
Link sessions to each child’s profile so your registers and invoices populate automatically.
Most steps take just a few minutes. You’ll be up and running with the basics in about 20 minutes.
Step 3 - Use Childminding App on your devices
You can use the app on web (desktop/laptop/tablet/phone) or install the app on your phone/tablet.
Web (recommended for first‑time setup)
Go to your Login page in a browser and sign in. You can
Mobile & Tablet apps
iOS (Apple): Download on the App Store
Android (Samsung, Huawei, Lenovo, etc.): Get it on Google Play
Tip: Do your initial setup on a larger screen. After that, use your phone to mark attendance, log observations, message parents, and create invoices on the go.
FAQs
Can I invite parents straight away?
Yes - once a child has a profile you can invite parents/carers. We recommend finishing your basic setup first so everything links correctly. Many childminders prefer to get comfortable with the app before inviting all parents.
I work alone and have one room. Do I need to add ‘Staff’ and ‘Rooms’?
If it’s just you, skip the Staff step. You should create a Room with a capacity - this powers availability and occupancy reports. We recommend one room called “General Space” with your total setting capacity.
Can I log into Childminding App using any web browser?
Yes. You can sign in on modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox) from a computer, tablet, or phone. For the first setup, a larger screen is easiest - after that, your phone is perfect for daily tasks.