Application for 30h sponsored childcare

£20.00

30 hours free childcare

You may be able to get up to 30 hours free childcare (1,140 hours per year, which you can choose how you take) if your child is 3 to 4 years old.

The childcare:

  • must be with an approved childcare provider
  • stops when your child starts in reception class (or reaches compulsory school age, if later)

You may have to pay for extra costs like meals, nappies or trips.

Is different for Scotland and Wales.

You can apply online for a childcare account to get a code for 30 hours to give to your provider.

Eligibility

Your eligibility depends on:

  • if you are working
  • how much you earn
  • your child’s circumstances
  • your nationality

You can get 30 hours free childcare at the same time as claiming Universal Credit, tax credits, childcare vouchers or Tax-Free Childcare.