Who can get 15 and 30 hours of free childcare?

Free childcare is available for eligible families in the UK, with two main schemes offering 15 and 30 hours of free childcare per week.

Parents of three- and four-year-old children are eligible for 15 hours of free childcare per week, which is funded by the government to help working parents with the costs of childcare.

In addition, some families may be eligible for an additional 15 hours of free childcare, bringing the total to 30 hours per week. This extra funding is available for working parents who meet certain criteria, such as earning a minimum income and working a certain number of hours per week.

It’s important to note that not all families will qualify for the additional 15 hours of free childcare, so it’s worth checking with your local childcare provider or government website to see if you meet the criteria.

Overall, the aim of these schemes is to make childcare more affordable for working families and to support parents who want to work or study while ensuring their children receive quality care and education.