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2 year olds: 15 hours government-funded childcare support for eligible working parents and families receiving additional support
From April 2024, more 2 year old children may be eligible to 15 hours of government-funded 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…2 year olds: 15 hours government-funded childcare support for families receiving additional support
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 government-funded childcare up to a maximum of 15 hours during term time. Every eligible…2 year olds: 15 hours government-funded childcare support for working parents
If you are working, your child may be able to access 15 hours government-funded childcare support. Find out more on the sections below:2-2½ years integrated review. EYFS progress check
It is important to liaise with your local health visiting teams as soon as you have concerns about a child (with parental consent). 2-2 1/2 integrated review - progress check form for Early Years Providers You can access this form on the following link: 2-2 1/2…3 and 4-year-olds: 15 hours of government-funded childcare for all and 30 hours for eligible working families
In this section you can find out about the government-funded early education entitlements for 3 and 4-year-olds: 15 HOURS FUNDED CHILDCARE FOR ALL 3 AND 4-YEAR-OLDS All 3 and 4 children who are residents in England can access 15 hours of childcare support. How do I…30 hours government-funded childcare support for 3 and 4-year-olds (extended entitlement)
All three- and four-year-old children in the England receive 15 hours of government-funded 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…About wraparound childcare
The Childcare Choices website has been updated with information about the programme. This includes guidance on the right to request childcare, and information on the ability to use Tax-Free Childcare and Universal Credit Childcare to pay for wraparound if eligible. More information can also be found on the…Activities and things to do for under 5s
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HAF Programme (school holidays) Activities at local libraries Our City Further information about specific activitities and programmes can be found on the following sections: