Check you’re eligible
Find out more about eligibility at www.gov.uk/check-eligible-free-childcare-if-youre-working.
You must live in England to apply for this childcare support. The amount of childcare support you can get depends on several factors.
When can I apply?
You need to apply the term before you want to take up a place.
For example, if you want to take up a place for your child from September, you need to apply during the summer term (1 April-31 August).
How do I apply?
If eligible, you’ll get an online childcare account and a childcare code.