All 3 and 4-year-old children are eligible for up to 15 hours of free early education and child care a week from the term after their third birthday.
Some 2-year-olds whose families are in receipt of certain benefits and some children with SEND are eligible for up to 15 hours of free early education and child care a week from the term after their second birthday.
Children from eligible working families are eligible for up to 30 hours of free early education and child care a week from the term after they are 9 months old until they reach statutory school age.
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As part of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, all early years providers and OFSTED-registered childminders should ensure their children can engage and learn in an inclusive environment, where their needs are supported.
You can find details of how you can expect your child to be supported in an early years setting here (link to support for children in an early years setting page)
Support with your childcare costs
Find out more about the schemes available to support with Childcare costs.