Childcare and early education - West Sussex County Council

Find out about the different types of childcare available.

Find out if your child is eligible for free childcare and how to apply.

Find how to claim free childcare for 3 and 4 year olds.

Find out who to contact for advice and support about childcare.

Search for childcare in West Sussex, including childminders, day nurseries and pre-school.

Find out where you can get help and advice with your childcare costs.

Contact the Family Information Service about childcare, family activities and support for parents and carers of 0-25 year olds.

Advice on preparing for when your child moves from pre-school to school.

Search for family activities and support in West Sussex.

Register at a toy library and borrow from a range of toys to encourage play and learning for children.

Everyday things that help develop your child’s growing brain, including the 'five to thrive' technique.