Childcare and Early Learning
High quality childcare can give your child a better start in life. It can also give you the freedom to return to work or education or simply to take a break from your everyday routine, safe in the knowledge that your child is in good hands and a stimulating environment.
There are many different types of childcare available, each of which offers different advantages and flexibility. You just need to work out what suits you and your family’s needs best, based on the hours you work, your budget and where you live.
NEW Working Families Entitlement 2024
- Applications are now open for eligible working parents whose children will be 2 or older by the 31 August to receive 15 hours childcare, starting from September 2024.
- From 12 May, eligible working parents whose children will be aged between 9- and 23-months old on 31st August, can apply to receive 15 hours childcare starting from September 2024.
Applications must be made through the HMRC's Childcare Choices website.
You can call them on 0300 123 4097 if you need support submitting your application.
Important Information about Childcare in Sandwell
Sandwell Family Information Service (FIS) works closely with local childcare providers to ensure information published on the FIS Hub is accurate and up to date. However, Sandwell FIS accepts no liability for out of date or inaccurate information published on the FIS Hub. Please contact childcare providers directly to receive the most up to date information on opening times, costs and vacancies.
