Early Years and childcare
Here you will find useful information on all aspects of childcare and early education. We also offer support and advice.
Contact us
For more information call 0845 6884944 or email familyinfo@buckscc.gov.uk
Parents
All children are entitled to attend a free part time early education place from the term after their third birthday until they start school.
Childcare can be offered by private, independent and voluntary providers as well as schools. We can help you make a choice that suits both you and your children.
Buckinghamshire Family Information Service has an up to date list of where places are available in your area.
Providers
Support includes:
- grants and financial support
- advice
- training
- business management support
- Ofsted registration
- access and inclusion
If you are a childminder or the owner, committee member or employee of a setting, or if you are interested in becoming a provider you can find useful information here to help you.
Careers in childcare
Working with children is a rewarding career. Childcare providers offer a range of career choices and working patterns with something to offer everyone.
We have information about career choices, training, qualifications and working with children. We also have local vacancies from providers.
Buckinghamshire Family Information Service
This is an internet, telephone and outreach service. It provides information, advice and assistance to parents of children and young people aged 0 to 19 years old (up to 25 years old for young people with special needs). Buckinghamshire Family Information Service.