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Early years education and childcare

Find out if your child is eligible for free early years education and childcare, and support and advice for childminders and early year education settings.

Early years strategy 2023 to 2025

The early years strategy identifies priorities and actions in order to secure improved outcomes for babies and children throughout the early years.