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Free breakfast clubs and wraparound childcare

Childcare is expanding for primary school-aged children in England.

Last updated: 4 December, 2025

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Wraparound childcare

Wraparound childcare is expanding – find out more.

Childcare & Early Education

Free Breakfast clubs

Find out more about the national rollout of free breakfast clubs on The Education Hub.

Childcare & Early Education

Free breakfast clubs map checker

Find out if your school offers free breakfast clubs

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Tax-Free Childcare

For eligible working parents who can get a £2 top-up for every £8 towards the cost of their childcare.

Childcare & Early Education

Holiday activities and food programme

HAF offers free school-holiday childcare, meals and activities. Mainly for FSM pupils (reception–Year 11), with places for others. Contact your local authority to sign up.

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