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Free childcare if you're working

Check if you can get free childcare for your child from aged 9 months to 4 years old if you work.

Eligibility

Your child must usually live with you.

Check the eligibility criteria for free childcare if you're working on GOV.UK.

Foster carers

If you foster your child, you can claim free childcare if:

  • you’re in paid work outside your fostering role 
  • your ‘adjusted net income’ is under £100,000
  • accessing the free hours is consistent with the child’s care plan