Planned system maintenance
We are carrying out essential maintenance on parts of My Account this weekend. As a result, Council Tax and Benefits services will be unavailable from Saturday 26 September until 5pm on Sunday 27 September. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Childcare and early education

Find childcare providers in your area and information about free childcare hours.

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Childcare options

There are different types of childcare available. Find out which one works best for you

Childcare for school-aged children 

Childcare options for your school-age child, including holiday childcare and activities

Find local childcare

Find out about local childcare providers, including those with vacancies

Free childcare

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

Help paying for childcare

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

Opening a new childcare setting

Information and guidance on what to consider before opening a childcare setting