30 Hours Free Childcare

Am I eligible?

You, and any partner, must each expect to earn (on average) at least £131 per week (equal to 16 hours at the National Minimum or Living Wage). 

If you, or your partner, are on maternity, paternity or adoption leave, or you're unable to work because you are disabled or have caring responsibilities, you could still be eligible.

You can't get 30 hours free childcare if either you, or your partner, each individually expect to earn £100,000 or more.

When can my child start?

Your child can start in their childcare place the term after they turn 3 years old and have received a valid 30 hours code, whichever is later. Term start dates are 1^st September, 1^stJanuary and 1^st April.

To keep your 30 hours free childcare place you need to check your details are up to date every 3 months.

Where can I use it?

It's available at participating:

• Full day care (e.g nurseries)
• Schools
• Childminders
• Sessional providers (e.g. playgroups)
• Sure Start Children's Centres
• After school clubs

Contact us

Family Information Service, The Orchard Centre, 210 Orchard Park Road, Hull, HU6 9BX