Childcare provided by us

• Our Stay & Play, Crèche and Playgroup activities can be found in our Calendar click here to view
• For information on our own Day Nurseries click on the Quick Link at the top of this page
• For information on Childminders or help with paying for Childcare contact the Children's Information service: Telephone 08000 96 02 96

• Are self employed and provide care for between one and six children under 8 years old, in the childminder's own home
• May care for additional children aged between 8 and 15 years old
• May drop and pick up children from school or playgroup, and can provide flexible opening times for overnight and weekend care
• Accredited childminders can offer Nursery Education Funded places

• Are private providers offering care for children from 0-5 years
• Children are cared for in age groups, and take part in a wide range of group activities
• Have fixed opening times, and most are open all year round, excluding weekends
• Accredited nurseries are eligible for Nursery Education Funding

• Are based on school sites
• Offer teacher supported learning though play, based around the Foundation Stage (Birth to 3) Curriculum, for 3 and 4 year olds prior to their entry to school
• Open during term time only

• Provide sessional and wrap-around care, and learning through play for pre-school children
• Offer an introduction to group play away from Parents or Carers
• Some may offer Nursery Education Funded places

• Provide short term on site care, often based in shopping centres, sport or learning facilities
• Children are cared for while parents attend specific training, sport or leisure facilities
• Most provide care for children aged 0-8 years

• Offers childcare in the child’s own home
• Can be a particular benefit for parents who work unconventional hours, and for children with additional needs
• Parents may benefit from tax credits