Childcare can be costly and eat into your family budget. Help with childcare costs is available from the government and employers – from Tax-Free Childcare to free childcare.
Working families may get £2,000 per child each year towards childcare with Tax-Free Childcare.
Find more information by visiting this link: Moneyhelper – help with childcare costs
Use this calculator from Gov.uk to find out how much you could get towards approved childcare. If you still need assistance after reading about your choices, please speak to your local People Directorate Partner.
More about childcare costs
Here is some related reading to help you understand what support you are entitled to when it comes to paying for childcare.
Understanding Universal Credit
Your Universal Credit payment can include an amount to help with the costs of looking after your child or children.
Help with childcare costs for 0-5 year olds with SEND
Find out what help is available by visiting this website from Bristol City Council.
Free school meals
Check if your child can get free school meals in England and find out how to apply on your local authority’s website.