Free Childcare for Three and Four Year Olds

All three and four year olds are currently entitled to 15 hours a week of free childcare (this is called Free Early Education Entitlement (FEEE).

In addition some working parents will be eligible to receive 30 hours of free childcare per week. To find our more about the 30 hour free childcare entitlement visit GOV.UK

When can my child start to receive the Free Early Education Entitlement?

All three and four year olds will start receiving their 15 hours free early education entitlement the term after their third birthday, as follows:

Children born between:

1. 1st September to 31st December funding starts Spring Term (January)

2. 1st January to 31st March funding starts Summer Term (April)

3. 1st April to 31st August funding starts Autumn Term (September)

Visit childcarechoices.gov.uk to apply and get your eligibility code. If you need help call HMRC helpline 0300 123 4097.