Flying Start funding for 2 year olds

Eligibility criteria

If you are not working or have a low household income the Flying Start offer might be right for you. If you are eligible your child could receive 570 hours of funded early learning childcare. This means 570 hours per year equivalent to a maximum of 15 hours per week.

There are three different funding offers to apply for. Please select the most relevant to your family circumstances. 

Your child’s place using the funded early learning childcare offers is funded by the Government. However, this Government funding does not cover:

• meals and nappies
• a registration or administration fee
• additional activities, such as trips
• extra hours due to the pattern of attendance.

We recommend that these extras are confirmed in writing before you take up your child’s place and itemised on the invoice your provider gives you. Some providers may let you bring a packed lunch if the cost of their lunch is a barrier to you taking a place.