Childcare Choices
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15 and 30 hours childcare support
There are several different childcare support schemes available for parents of children under 5 years of age, which have different eligibility criteria.
Support for foster families
Some working foster parents may be eligible for 15 or 30 hours of funded childcare.
Childcare support for families on a low income
Find out if your 2 year old is eligible for childcare support and how to apply for a place through Brighton & Hove City Council.
Tax-free childcare
Support for working families, including the self-employed, in the UK with children aged 0-11 (or 0-16 if disabled).
Universal Credit
Working families claiming Universal Credit with children under 17 may be able to claim up to 85% of registered childcare costs.
Childcare support through Jobcentre Plus
Find out about childcare support offered by Jobcentre Plus if you are starting work or returning to work.
Support for students
Learner Support can help with childcare costs if you're aged 19 or over, on a further education course and facing financial hardship.
The Care to Learn scheme can help with childcare costs while you study if you are under 20 at the start of your course.
Childcare support in East and West Sussex
Find out about childcare support in East Sussex and West Sussex.
Home based childcare
Find out about options for childcare in your own home.
Additional support
Find local support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and families with English as an additional language (EAL).
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to common questions about childcare support for children under 5.