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Childcare Funding
Support With Your Childcare Costs
At QCE Nurseries, we believe every child deserves the best start in life. That’s why we are proud to offer all government support towards childcare costs. We ensure that quality early education is accessible to all families. Discover the benefits of support with your childcare costs and how it can benefit your child’s growth and development.
Types of Government Funding Available:
Age 9 months to 2 years
Working families
15 Hours Sept 2024
30 Hours Sept 2025
This can be offered as term time only (38 weeks of the year) or stretched to 51 weeks of the year if you use fewer than your total hours per week. The Nursery manager will be able to explain how this is offered at your nursery of choice.
Age 2 - 3 years
Families receiving government support
15 Hours Now
Working families
15 Hours Now
30 Hours from September 2025
This can be offered as term time only (38 weeks of the year) or stretched to 51 weeks of the year if you use fewer than your total hours per week. The Nursery manager will be able to explain how this is offered at your nursery of choice.
Age 3 - 4 years
All parents
15 Hours Now
Working families
30 Hours Now
This can be offered as term time only (38 weeks of the year) or stretched to 51 weeks of the year if you use fewer than your total hours per week. The Nursery manager will be able to explain how this is offered at your nursery of choice.
Other support to pay childcare costs is available in the form of:
- Tax free childcare
- 85% childcare costs paid for via Universal Credit
For more information on this support, please visit Childcare Choices.
What is Government Funding?
Government funding is financial support provided by the UK government to help parents and guardians afford early years education and childcare. This funding is available for eligible children and can significantly reduce or even cover the costs of nursery care, making it easier for families to access high-quality early education.
Benefits of Government Funding
Enhanced Learning Opportunities:
Funded places at QCE Nurseries offer rich learning experiences that foster cognitive, social, and emotional development through play-based activities.
Financial Relief for Families:
By reducing childcare costs, government funding provides significant financial relief, enabling parents to allocate resources to other essential needs.
Affordable Quality Education:
Government funding makes it possible for more children to benefit from high-quality early education, laying a strong foundation for their future learning.
Enhanced Learning Opportunities:
Funded places at QCE Nurseries offer rich learning experiences that foster cognitive, social, and emotional development through play-based activities.
Financial Relief for Families:
By reducing childcare costs, government funding provides significant financial relief, enabling parents to allocate resources to other essential needs.
Affordable Quality Education:
Government funding makes it possible for more children to benefit from high-quality early education, laying a strong foundation for their future learning.
Enhanced Learning Opportunities:
Funded places at QCE Nurseries offer rich learning experiences that foster cognitive, social, and emotional development through play-based activities.
How to Apply for Government Funding
Step 1
Check Eligibility at Childcare Choices
Step 2
Gather necessary documents, such as birth certificate
Step 3
Submit your application
Step 4
Register your child with QCE nurseries
Step 5
Reconfirm your eligibility every 3 months
Why Choose QCE Nurseries?
Experienced Staff:
Our dedicated and qualified staff are passionate about providing the best care and education for your child.
Safe and Nurturing Environment:
We offer a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can explore and learn at their own pace.
Comprehensive Curriculum:
Our curriculum is designed to support the holistic development of children, preparing them for a smooth transition to primary school.
Community and Support:
We are committed to supporting families and building a strong community where everyone thrives.