Three and four year old early education (universal 15 hours)

Three and four your old children are eligible for 15 hours universal early education. This could either be at a local nursery, pre-school or a childminder in your area. 

This can be extended to 30 hours funded childcare if you and your family meet certain eligibility criteria.

Additional funding information

Time for Twos

Parents of children aged two in receipt of certain benefits could qualify for up to 15 hours of free childcare education each week at a local nursery, pre-school or a childminder in your area.

Three and four year old early education (30 hours extended entitlement)

If you are a working parent and have children aged three or four, you may be eligible for 30 hours funded early education