Apply for funded childcare for your 2-year-old

If you have applied for 2-year-old funded childcare but can't find your 6 digit reference code:

email [email protected]

or call 01296 387 000

No but you can search for participating childminders, day nurseries, pre-schools and nursery schools (including those joined to a school) on our directory.

Yes, you can split your funded hours between more than one provider. However, you can only attend up to two in one day. This can be between any type of provider.

You'll need to decide how many hours your child attends each provider for and the providers must agree.

Only the childcare itself is funded. You'll have to pay for extra costs like meals, nappies or trips.

You may also have to pay for the lunch hour. This will differ depending on each provider's offer. Check what your provider's offer includes.

No, you'll need to apply for funding in the area the childcare setting is.

Childcare providers can find more information on the Early Years Extranet.