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30 Hours Funded Childcare (from 9 months to 4 years)
For working parents, the government offers an extended 30 hours of funded childcare per week for 38 weeks of the year. This is for eligible working families with children aged 9 months to 4 years. This additional funding helps families manage work commitments while ensuring their children receive high-quality care and education. To be eligible, both parents must meet certain employment criteria.
When you can access the working parent offer
The table below shows when you can access this funded support:
| If my child turns 9 months old between… | I can access the working parent entitlement from the… |
| 1 January to 31 March | Term starting on or after 1 April |
| 1 April to 31 August | Term starting on or after 1 September |
| 1 September to 31 December | Term starting on or after 1 January |
15 Hours Funded Childcare (for 2-Year-Olds)
Eligible families can receive up to 15 hours of funded childcare per week for their two-year-old children. This funding is available to families receiving certain benefits or those with specific circumstances. It’s a fantastic way to introduce your child to the nursery environment, helping them develop essential social and learning skills early on.
15 Hours Universal Funded Childcare (for 3 and 4-Year-Olds)
All children in England aged 3 and 4 are entitled to 15 hours of universal funded early education or childcare per week, the term after your child turns 3. This provides a solid foundation for your child’s development before they start school.
Tax-Free Childcare
The Tax-Free Childcare scheme is designed to help working parents cover childcare costs. The government provides up to £2,000 per year per child (or £4,000 for children with disabilities). For every £8 you pay into your childcare account, the government adds an extra £2, making it a highly efficient way to manage childcare expenses.
Childcare Vouchers
Although closed to new entrants, existing members of the Childcare Voucher scheme can continue to benefit from it. This salary sacrifice scheme allows parents to save on National Insurance and tax, making childcare more affordable.
Please also refer to our Fees and Terms and conditions
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