Childcare, pre-schools, and nurseries

Find information and advice on childcare costs and funding, types of childcare and finding childcare

In this section

How to access free early education or childcare

Help you may be able to get from the government

Further government funding for childcare providers

Day nurseries, foundation units, and preschools

Choosing and finding a childcare service

Term time childcare between 8am until 6pm

Deferrals, supporting a child at home

Services that care for your child in your home

When a child can start school, key admission dates

Self help skills for pre school children

Ofsted registration, costs, training, and advice