For working families who meet the eligibility criteria a further 15 hours of free childcare per week (30 hours in total) for 38 weeks a year can be claimed. Funding starts the term after a child’s third birthday.  See www.childcarechoices.gov.uk for more information.  Note you need to register with HMRC to receive this funding.

Some 2 year olds are entitled to free early education and childcare.  This funding is based on your child’s circumstances or your family income.

Please check your eligibility on www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

These can be obtained from your place of work if your employer is registered with a voucher scheme. Please speak to your employer for more information and let Jayne know if you wish to pay using this method.

For working families with children under 12 who are not using childcare vouchers and meet the eligibility criteria.  For every £8 you pay in the government will add an extra £2 up to £2000 per child per year.  See www.childcarechoices.gov.uk for more information.  Note you need to register with HMRC to receive this funding.

For working families on a low income you may be able to claim back some of your childcare costs. See www.childcarechoices.gov.uk for more information.