Childcare and activities

Free early education

Free childcare and education for two, three and four year olds.

Find childcare providers in your local area including those with vacancies.

Childminders look after children in their own homes. Find your nearest childminder.

Find out information on nurseries and pre-schools.

If you work in the evenings or weekends, we have a list of childminders available for you.

Find out about breakfast, after-school clubs and playschemes in the school holidays.

Find out the various options available to help you with your childcare costs.

A great place to meet other parents and your child can make new friends too.

Find your nearest children's centres.