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If you're a parent registered for Tax-Free Childcare or free childcare if you're working, sign in to pay into your account, reconfirm your eligibility, update your details.
How to apply for free childcare if you're working.
Find out if you're eligible for free childcare for 2 to 4 year olds if you live in England - 2 year olds can get 15 hours per week, 3 to 4 year olds 30 hours.
The standards that school and childcare providers must meet for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5.
The home of Department for Education on GOV.UK. The Department for Education is responsible for children’s services and education, including early years, schools, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships and wide…
How to apply and get a code for free childcare for your child aged 9 months to 4-years old if you’re working.
Statutory guidance for schools and colleges on safeguarding children and safer recruitment.
Explains how to apply for a free level 3 qualification. These courses could help you improve your wage outcome and job prospects, and gain skills that employers value.
Use this service to apply for a teacher training course.
Guidance on the special educational needs and disability (SEND) system for children and young people aged 0 to 25, from 1 September 2014.
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