Important Deadline: Apply Now for 30 Hours Free Childcare!

At Tops Day Nurseries, we are committed to supporting families in accessing quality childcare. If you’re a working parent with a child aged 3 or 4, you may be eligible for up to 30 hours of free childcare per week. To take advantage of this offer for the upcoming term starting in April, it’s crucial to apply for your eligibility code by March 31, 2025.

Who Is Eligible?

Working parents of 3 and 4-year-olds can receive 30 hours of free childcare if they meet certain criteria, including income and employment status. Detailed eligibility requirements are available on the GOV.UK website.

How to Apply for Free Childcare?

1. Check Eligibility: Confirm that you meet the necessary criteria on the GOV.UK website.
2. Apply Online: Visit the Childcare Choices website to apply. The process involves creating an account and providing necessary information about your family and employment.
3. Receive Your Code: Once approved, you’ll receive an 11-digit eligibility code.
4. Provide the Code to Your Childcare Provider: Share this code with us at Tops Day Nurseries, along with your National Insurance number and your child’s birth certificate.

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
• Start of Free Childcare: April 1, 2025

Submit applications by the end of the month before the new term begins to secure your child’s place. Applying by March 31 ensures your child can start receiving free childcare at the beginning of the April term. Find Information on application timelines on the GOV.UK website.

Why Act Now?

Missing the application deadline means you’ll have to wait until the next term to benefit from free childcare hours. Applying now not only secures your child’s place but also helps in planning your family’s schedule and finances effectively.

At Tops Day Nurseries, we are here to assist you through this process. If you have any questions or need support with your application, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Ensure your child receives quality early education and care by applying for your 30 hours free childcare code today!