Articles on Parents and Carers (145)

15 hours free early education and childcare for every 3 and 4-year-old

All three and four year old children in England are entitled to 15 hours of childcare or early education for 38 weeks (up to 570 hours per year), that you can use flexibly with one or more providers. Some providers will allow you to ‘stretch’ the hours over 52 weeks, using fewer…

2 year olds: 15 hours free childcare for eligible low-income and working families

From April 2024, more 2 year old children may be eligible to 15 hours free childcare per week during term-time (up to 38 weeks per year). These hours can be used at any nursery or childminder who are registered to offer these entitlements. Find out…

2 year olds: 15 hours free childcare for working families

If you are working, your child may be able to access 15 hours childcare support. Find out more on the sections below:

2 year olds: 15 hours free early learning for eligible low-income families

Is your family living on a low income or claiming income based benefits? Does your two year old have additional needs, or have they left care? You may be entitled to claim free childcare up to a maximum of 15 hours during term time. Every eligible…

3 and 4-year-olds: 15 hours free childcare for all and 30 hours for eligible working families

In this section you can find out about the free early education entitlements for 3 and 4-year-olds: 15 HOURS FREE CHILDCARE FOR ALL 3 AND 4-YEAR-OLDS All 3 and 4 children who are residents in England can access 15 hours childcare support. How do I apply:You…

30 hours free early education and childcare for 3 and 4-year-olds (extended entitlement)

All three- and four-year-old children in the Englan receive 15 hours of free childcare per week. Some children may also be entitled to an additional 15 hours of free childcare, otherwise known as the '30 Hours Childcare' or 'Extended Entitlement'. This entitlement would overall amount to…

Activities and things to do locally

Parent, baby and toddler sessions HAF Programme (school holidays) Activities at local libraries Our City Information about activitities and programmes can be found on the following sections:

Adult education and training

In this section you can explore adult learning opportunities:

Adult education, training and employment

In this section you may find information and guidance about training and employment support and opportunities:

Anti-racism and cultural diversity

This section is being developed to provide you with useful information and resources regarding equality, diversity and inclusion: A parents' guide to 'Black Lives Matter' Windrush Day Resources and information to support inclusion and diversity