23/10/2025
Early Years Childcare Funding - Information for working parents
Eligible working parents can apply for up to 30 hours childcare funding a week term time (38 weeks) from the term after their child turns 9 months old.
The deadline to apply for a code is 31st December 2025 to use for the January 2026 term. Codes issued after this date may not be eligible.
If you’re an eligible working parent in England, you can apply for your funding code online on the government website use the following link for more information 30 hours childcare for eligible working families in England | Best Start in Life
The Best Start in Life (BSIL) website brings together trusted information, advice, and guidance on everything from pregnancy, early education and childcare, right through to starting school, making it easier for parents and carers to find the support that suits them.
Make sure you apply as early as possible and speak to your childcare provider to find out more about their arrangements.
You will need to reconfirm your code every 3 months on your account.
For local information on childcare and funding visit the Family Information Service website www.readingfis.org/childcare
