Childcare and Education portal  


Parents of 3 & 4 year olds - check the validity of your 30 hours code

Your childcare provider will require proof that you are eligible to 30 hours free childcare.

Check your eligibility online using the government's childcare choices website then validate it here.

Click here to access the childcare choices website

Apply for a school place

Please click this box to apply for a school place starting in September.

To apply for a school place during the school year please click the link below

In Year Application details

Apply for 2 year old childcare if you claim certain benefits

To check if you are eligible for free childcare for your 2 year old please ensure you have a Citizen account.

Please note you will need your National Insurance number and your child’s date of birth in order to complete the check.

To find out more about the process and about making applications, please visit the Cheshire East website at:

Free Early Education Entitlement

Register your interest with 30 hours childcare providers

Please ensure you have validated your 30 hours code before registering your interest with childcare providers

Working families of 2 year olds - check the validity of your 15 hours code

Your childcare provider will require proof that you are eligible to 15 hours free childcare.

Check your eligibility online using the government's childcare choices website then validate it here.

Click here to access the childcare choices website

 
 

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