Home based childcare
What can a home based childcarer offer? Suitable for all ages You will either hire through an agency or will become their employer, responsible for salary and pensions (click here for details of employing someone as a nanny) Not typically registered, however can choose to register…Staying safe
This section provides information, advice and services available in many areas of family life to keep children and young people safe from accidents and injury. If you are concerned for the welfare or immediate safety of a child, please visit our Safeguarding adults and children section. …Safety for babies
On this page you will find some useful information on safety for babies, including details of services available, related guidance pages and quick links to helpful websites. If, however, you can't find what you're looking for or you know of services that should be listed…Early years entitlements for 3 & 4 year olds
Find out more about 3 & 4 year old funding For information on the following, please click here: What are the benefits of a funded place? Is my child eligible for the universal entitlement? Is my child eligible for the extended entitlement (30 hours)? How do…Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding
Whether it's your first baby or your fourth, it’s ok to ask for help and information about breastfeeding and infant feeding. Why not come along to a group where you can receive practical support, advice and solutions in a relaxed environment? Additional support can be found…Early years entitlements for 2 year olds
Find out more about two year old funding For information on the following, please click here: I am a working parent - is my child eligible and how do I apply? I am on benefits and/or a low income - is my child eligible and how…Help towards childcare costs
There are many different schemes and grants available to parents for help towards childcare costs. Help is available for Free Childcare and Education, Working Parents and Students Parents.Early years entitlement guidance for 2 year olds
Children of eligible parents can access up to 15 hours of funded childcare and early education for up to 15 hours per week (38 weeks per year). If eligible, your child could get up to 15 hours a week of funded childcare and early learning in…School nursery classes
What can a school nursery offer? For children from 3 years + (some schools may be able to offer places to children who are 2 years) Registered with Ofsted under their school's registration Typically open for a 3 hour session in morning and 3 hour…