There are a number of schemes that are available which can help you with the cost of childcare.

Funded childcare places

There are a number of childcare schemes that will give you free childcare hours, depending on the age of your child and your circumstances;

Wraparound childcare

If a child is living in a family where a parent is serving in the Royal Navy or Royal Marines - and is between the ages of 4 and 11, then they may be eligible to receive ‘Wraparound Childcare Scheme’ funding. This scheme could give you up to 20 hours per week, of funding for each child who is attending before and after School care (during term time).