The Childcare Offer for Wales: help with childcare costs for eligible parents of 3 to 4 year olds
Do you need help with childcare costs? Under the Childcare Offer for Wales, you could claim up to 30 hours of early education and childcare a week, for up to 48 weeks of the year. This government-funded childcare scheme aims to lessen the burden of childcare costs so that you can spend the money you’ve saved on the things that matter most to your family.
The Offer has already helped parents from all over Wales to return to work, increase their hours or work more flexibly. If you’re looking for a job, or thinking about going back into education or training, but are worried about childcare costs, this support could make all the difference.
Whatever the Offer means for you and your family, don’t miss out on your share of this childcare funding.
Apply now for funded childcare from September 2025.
All parents wishing to receive Childcare Offer for Wales funded childcare will need to apply through the national digital service. The online service is bilingual and can be accessed via a laptop, mobile phone or tablet.
When applying, you will need:
- your child’s birth certificate
- proof of your address
- proof of your household income or enrolment on a higher or further education course
Contact us if you need help when preparing your application.
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