Childcare and nurseries

Apply online for Local Support Payments.

Access information in this directory and read about all the resources available to you.

Find out if you are entitled to free early education for your 2 year old child.

Some children are eligible to free early education. Find out what the criteria is and how to apply.

Information about financial support available to help pay for childcare.

A glossary of key terms used within adult services relating to Local Offer.

To help you understand how full-time nursery places might be allocated, we have provided some answers to common questions.

Useful links providing information and guidance for bringing up children.

Information about how to apply for your child's free place and when your child will be eligible for their free place.

Find details of childminders in your local area with these links.

Parenting can be challenging at times, but the Family Information Service has listings of organisations that can provide help.

Information if you are Interested in working with children and are not sure where to start.

Information on how to become an Ofsted registered childminder or nanny. Find out about the next home based childcare sessions.

Support for parents choosing grandparents as caregivers.