"Finding their own way through Early education, one step at a time"
Funding explained
There are several different entitlements available, which have different eligibility criteria...
Working parents entitlement
Child’s age: From the term after they turn 2 years until they start school
Eligibility: For working parents – explained here
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What you can receive:
15 hours per week over 38 weeks of the year. Can be combined with the universal entitlement for 3- and 4-year-olds to make up 30 hours.
How to apply: Come and chat to us!
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For parents of 2 year olds receiving some additional forms of government support
Child’s age: From the term after they turn 2- years-old
Eligibility: Explained here
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What you can receive:
15 hours per week over 38 weeks of the year.
How to apply: Speak to your chosen childcare provider, contact to your local authority about free childcare places for eligible two year olds. You may be able to find advice online on your
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Universal entitlement for 3- and 4-year-olds
Child’s age: From the term after they turn 3-years old through to starting school
Eligibility: All 3- and 4-year-olds are eligible
What you can receive: 15 hours per week over 38 weeks of the year. Can be combined with the working parents entitlement to make up 30 hours.
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How to apply: Come and chat to us!