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CHILDCARE

CHILDCARE SERVICES ARE A REALISTIC OPTION FOR MANY WORKING PARENTS. SEE THE GUIDE ON CHOOSING CHILDCARE

CHILDCARE

TYPES OF CHILDCARE

All figures are averages to give a better understanding of each type of childcare. Check childcare providers individually for information specific to them .

CHOOSING CHILDCARE

CONSIDERATIONS

  • Location
  • Training/experience of staff
  • Working days and hours
  • Types and styles of learning
  • Food provided
  • Activities

SEND CHILDCARE

See childcare providers with special needs training and experience.

QUESTIONS TO ASK

  • What experience/qualifications do you and any staff have?
  • How many children do you currently care for, and what are their ages?
  • Are you ofsted registered?
  • What schools/nurseries do you drop off/pick up from?
  • How do you ensure the safety of the children in your care?
  • Do you offer funded places?
  • How do you manage children’s good and bad behaviour?
  • What activities, learning styles and development methods do you use?
  • How do you plan and carry out a typical day?

CHILDCARE FUNDING

The government supports some families with tax free and free childcare. See if you are eligible and what you may be entitled to.

CHILDCARE COSTS

Understand more on the costs associated with different child care provides around the United Kingdom.

IF YOU ARE STRUGGLING OR NEED ADVICE ABOUT YOUR CHILD, PLEASE SEEK SUPPORT