Funded childcare for 9 months-23 months

  1. Overview
  2. Eligibility
  3. When to apply and term dates
  4. How to apply
  5. After you apply
  1. Find a nursery or childminder
  2. Hours and restrictions
  3. Other help with childcare costs
  4. Information and advice

2. Eligibility

You, and any partner must expect to earn:

  • on average at least £183 per week (equal to a minimum of 16 hours at the National Minimum or Living Wage) and
  • Less than £100,000 adjusted net income per year. (External link: GOV.UK).

Foster carers

There are different criteria for foster carers. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply as a foster carer.

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