Ofsted will be contacting pre-reg childminders to arrange inspectors over the coming weeks.
They are keen to clear the backlog that has built up over the lockdown period (March - June 2020) and get more childminders up and working.
You will need to be ready! You will find lots of free information and guidance here -
How to Register as a Childminder in England - Childcare.co.uk
Please ask if you have any questions!