Join us as we break down the 30 hours childcare funding so you know exactly how you can use it and all the hidden T&C's!
What the 30 hours funding is
What the criteria it is
How to apply for the funding
When to apply for the funding
The hidden T&C's which catch parents out
Which funding options you can use together - Yes, most families can use another funding option alongside the 30 hours!


I am Larissa, a mum of one and a qualified nanny with 15 years’ experience. My vast experience includes working with over 50 children in a diverse range of families in the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
Throughout my engagement with families, I have always been passionate about ensuring that every family have the ideal childcare provider for them.
Childcare is about choosing the right professional, someone (or a team) who is going to be part of your team, who you will work seamlessly together with and support your family now and in the future.
I founded Childcare Guide because there simply wasn’t one ‘go to’ place for parent’s to be supported as they navigate childcare. Where they are empowered to be able to make an informed choice to choose the right childcare, the first time.
The Childcare Guide is just that resource.
Larissa Hazell
Founder of Childcare Guide www.childcareguide.co.uk

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