Childcare costs amount to almost £6,000 per year for the average family* but there are various childcare choices which can help cut this cost.
The application deadline for September 2019 free childcare is fast approaching. If you are thinking of applying for some funded childcare here is what you should know!
Applications close on 31 August 2019. HMRC recommends you try to get your application in as early as possible to secure your child’s place. You must have a valid code by the end of the month before a new term starts, don’t leave it too late!
Please note not all childcare providers accept the funding for the free hours, you can find all the contact details for the preschools & nurseries in Wharfedale & Craven here
15 Hours free childcare from age 2
Who can apply?
- Families living in England, receiving some forms of support
- With 2-year-old children
What can I apply for?
- 15 hours of free childcare or early education for 38 weeks per year
- A total of 570 hours per year, that you can use flexibly with one or more childcare provider
- Some providers will allow you to ‘stretch’ the hours over 52 weeks, using fewer hours per week
Full details can be found here
15 Hours free childcare for 3 & 4-year-olds
Who can apply?
- All families in England with 3 and 4-year-old children
What can I apply for?
- 15 hours of free childcare or early education for 38 weeks per year
- A total of 570 hours per year, that you can use flexibly with one or more childcare provider
- Some providers will allow you to ‘stretch’ the hours over 52 weeks, using fewer hours per week
Full details can be found here
30 hours free childcare for 3 & 4-year-olds
Who can apply?
- Working families in England
- With 3 and 4-year-old children
What can I apply for?
- 30 hours of free childcare or early education for 38 weeks per year
- A total of 1,140 hours per year, that you can use flexibly with one or more childcare provider
- Some providers will allow you to ‘stretch’ the hours over 52 weeks, using fewer hours per week
Application deadlines:
| When your child turns 3 |
When they can get 30 hours from |
Recommended time to apply |
| 1 September to 31 December |
1 January |
15 October to 30 November |
| 1 January to 31 March |
1 April |
15 January to 28 February |
| 1 April to 31 August |
1 September |
15 June to 31 July |
CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR ALL SCHEMES HERE
APPLY HERE AT GOV.UK
*Information sourced from https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/
15 Hours free childcare from age 2
15 Hours free childcare for 3 & 4-year-olds
30 hours free childcare for 3 & 4-year-olds
