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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
