Free Childcare Hours – Family Money Expert

Free Childcare Hours – See What You Qualify For

Discover how many free childcare hours your family might be entitled to.
Answer a few simple questions about your child’s age, your working status, income, and residency. This tool checks your eligibility for free childcare hours based on government support schemes.

Ideal for families with young children looking to save on childcare.

1. Your Child's Age and Circumstances

9 months to 2 years old

3 to 4 years old

1a. Number of children in eligible age range:

1b. Number of those children who live with you:

2. Your Working Status and Income

2a. Are you working or on a specific leave?

2c. Over the next 3 months do you expect to earn at least?

2d. Do you expect to earn over £100,000 in the current tax year?

2f. Do you have a partner?

3. Your Immigration Status

3a. Do you have a National Insurance number?

3c. Do you have at least one of the following?

Disclaimer: IMPORTANT! This is only a ready reckoner that makes standard assumptions to estimate your tax breakdown. There are many other possible variables, for a definitive source check your tax code and speak to the tax office. This calculator assumes you’re employed, as self-employed national insurance rates are different.