novembre 5, 2026

Childcare Offer for Wales — Ages 3 and 4

Up to 30 hours per week combining funded nursery education and childcare, for up to 48 weeks yearly.

What support is available?

Up to 30 hours per week combining funded nursery education and childcare, for up to 48 weeks yearly.

Residents of Wales with eligible 3- or 4-year-old children; parental work/study and individual gross income limits typically apply, with exceptions.

Apply for childcare through the national digital service and nursery education through the local authority.

Current; eligibility, term dates and hours depend on family and local education provision.

Independent signposting only. Verify the current guidance before making an application.

Coverage: Wales

Up to 30 hours per week combining funded nursery education and childcare, for up to 48 weeks yearly.

Residents of Wales with eligible 3- or 4-year-old children; parental work/study and individual gross income limits typically apply, with exceptions.

Apply for childcare through the national digital service and nursery education through the local authority.

Current; eligibility, term dates and hours depend on family and local education provision.

Editorial check: 2026-11-05

PublicHelp is independent. This information is not an eligibility decision. Rules, funding and opening periods may change.