Early Years Provision

For children aged 9 months to 4 years.

From September 2025, 15 hours for eligible working families will expand to 30 hours, meaning eligible working parents can now apply for 30 hours of childcare from the term after their child turns 9 months until they reach school age. 

If you currently receive 15 hours for working families, just reconfirm as usual and the code will work for the 30 hours offer in September, providing you remain eligible.

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30-Hour Funded Childcare

Eligible working families in England may apply for 30 hours of funded childcare. To check your eligibility and apply, please visit:
👉 30 hours childcare for eligible working families in England | Childcare Choices

At Parkside Academy, a full day in our Early Years settings runs from 8:45am to 3:15pm. Families can also opt to add breakfast and/or afterschool club sessions for an additional charge.

Children staying for the full day will receive lunchtime provision free of charge, meaning that children accessing their 30-hour entitlement will benefit from almost 33 hours per week of care and learning at no extra cost.

• During lunchtime, parents can either:
  • Provide a packed lunch, or
  • Purchase a hot meal from our school kitchen (for Pre-school and Nursery aged children).
• Children in the Baby Room should bring their own packed lunch.

15-Hour Funded Childcare

For families who are not eligible for the 30-hour entitlement, or those who choose to use fewer hours, we also offer the universal 15-hour entitlement. Parents can choose either morning or afternoon sessions, and may also purchase additional sessions beyond their 15-hour allocation.

If you have any questions or would like support with your application, please don’t hesitate to contact us.