We will update our website as soon as we receive further information from the Department for Education on how the expansion of childcare for working parents will be implemented. This may not be until the Spring 2024 term.

Childcare and early education

Advice on childcare, pre-school, nurseries and paying for childcare.

Childcare options and funding

Childcare options

Types of childcare and the help available towards costs.
Free childcare for 2 year olds

Find out if your 2 year old is eligible for free childcare and how to apply.
Free childcare for 3 and 4 year olds

Find how to get free childcare for your 3 or 4 year old.

Find childcare

Other information