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30 hours childcare

For children aged 9 months to 4 years. Eligible working families can apply for 30 hours of childcare for 38 weeks a year, to use from the term after their child turns 9 months until they reach school age, saving an average of £8,000 a year for every child.

Last updated: 23 March, 2026

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Eligibility for 30 hours childcare

For eligible working families in England with children aged 9 months to 4 years.

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How 30 hours childcare works

Find out more about how this scheme works.

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Combining schemes

You might be able to use this offer with one of the other childcare costs offers.

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