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Wraparound childcare: Everything you need to know about before and after school childcare

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We’re expanding wraparound care for primary school children across England by increasing the number of places available, to support working families. But what exactly is wraparound childcare? We explain everything you need to know, from what it is to how you can …

Hundreds of thousands of parents can now access 15 hours free childcare for 9-month-olds – how to apply

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Hundreds of thousands of eligible working parents can now access 15 hours government-funded early education for children aged 9-months-old and older after new rules kicked in from 1 September 2024. Those who are eligible to take advantage of the scheme …

How to register as a childminder and receive a grant worth up to £1,200

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become a childminder

We’re making the biggest investment by a UK government into childcare in history. Parents have the flexibility to choose how they spend their government-funded hours – and many are opting to use childminders. Being a childminder is a rewarding role where you can …

Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in early years and how to find one

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early years apprenticeships

Early years educators play a vital and rewarding role in helping children get the best start for life and preparing them to begin school.  There are several routes into a role in early years, including apprenticeships. Becoming an apprentice enables …

What we're doing to recruit more early years workers including trialling a £1k sign-on bonus

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We’re taking important steps to deliver the expanded  30 hours free childcare scheme for working parents from when their child turns nine-months-old until they start school, saving them £6,500 a year.  Over 100,000 parents of two-year-olds have already registered their children …

The King's New Year Honours list 2024: honours for contributions to education, skills and children’s social care

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NY Honours 2024

Over 90 Brits from across the country have been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours for their contribution to education, skills and children’s social care.   Foster carers, campaigners, educators and fundraisers have been awarded an OBE, MBE, DBE, …

New Year and King’s Birthday Honours: How to nominate someone who is making a difference

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Honours

Every year, people who have made a significant contribution to public life through vital and extraordinary work are recognised with an honour awarded by the King. Most of the awards are given to those who have been nominated by a …