We’re proud to be able to offer our children the best start in life—but we don’t just stop there. We also offer guidance and support to parents so they can feel confident in their decision to send their child to us, and so they can rest assured that they are getting exactly what they need.
We understand that paying for childcare isn’t always easy which is why we welcome funded children and encourage parents to make use of the funded hours offered to them. How many funded hours you get depends on how old your child is and your family circumstances.
You can receive up to £2,000 per child per year – that’s up to £500 every three months. If you have a child with additional needs, you can receive up to £4,000 per child – that’s up to £1,000 every three months.
For working families in the UK, including self-employed individuals, who earn under £100k and at least £152 per week on average (equivalent to 16 hours at the National Minimum or Living Wage) per person who are not getting Tax Credits, Universal Credit, or Salary Sacrifice with children (0–11) (or 0-16 if disabled).
The government will contribute £2 for every £8 you deposit pay online, up to a maximum of £2,000 per child every year.
For families with 2-year-old children and you need to be receiving support, Please visit GOV.UK for further information.
Also, For families with 3 and 4-year-old children 15 hours of free childcare, this funding is available for all families from 1 January, 1 April or 1 September following your child’s 3rd birthday.
For families with 3 and 4-year-old children and you need to earn at least £152 a week.
If you’re earning less than £152 a week but are under 25, or you’re an apprentice, you may still be eligible. You may still be eligible if you will be starting paid work in the next 31 days.
A Government Gateway account must already be established for you to apply for Tax-Free Childcare. If you are self-employed and follow the instructions, you may be prompted for your National Insurance number, also known as a Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR). You may learn the answer right away, but confirmation may take up to seven days.
Please ensure that the Pixieland Day Nursery your child attends is the one you select when setting up your application ( this is important ) You will need to go into your account each month and send your payment to Pixieland when it has been correctly set up. Please let your nursery manager know your Unique Payment Reference number.
If your child is between 3 and 4 years old, contact your nearest Pixieland nursery. You will be walked through the process and asked for proof of eligibility, such as birth certificates or passports. Simply put, it’s that easy!
To be eligible for a 2 year old, you must receive written confirmation from your local authority. If you are eligible, you will receive funding for the term that follows your application. You will need to show the confirmation to the manager of the Pixieland nursery where you have chosen to enroll. There are a limited number of funded places available for 2 year olds, so you will need to contact your nursery manager first for availability.
The 30 hours funding is different from the 15 hours funding because not every child is eligible. To do it properly, you will need to set aside about 20 minutes – we’ve explained how below.
Keep this in mind! Pixieand needs your code every three months to confirm your 30 hours eligibility. Forgetting might mean you lose your funding for the following term, so any time that isn’t covered by the basic 15 hours scheme will require you to pay our standard fee.
Visit the government website gov.uk/apply-30hours-free-childcare and apply for your 30 hours eligibility code.
Apply for your 30 hours eligibility code, you’ll need your National Insurance number. 16 weeks before your child’s third birthday is the earliest you can apply.
A decision might be instant, but it can also take up to seven days.
Ensure that your chosen Pixieland nursery has your National Insurance number, full name and date of birth, as well as your child’s birth certificate or passport.
Your eligibility needs to be re-confirmed every three months – this is really important!
The deadline to apply for a 30 Hour Code if your child turns three during Spring and will be eligible to receive funding for the first time from April is 31st March 2023.
For more information about getting a code or renewing your current code, please visit www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare or call HMRC 0300 123 4097.
You, and any partner, must be over 16 and each expect to earn (on average) at least £152 per week (equal to 16 hours at the National Minimum or Living Wage).
If you, or your partner, are on maternity, paternity or adoption leave, or you’re unable to work because you are disabled or have caring responsibilities, you could still be eligible.
You can’t get Tax-Free Childcare if either you, or your partner, each individually expect to earn £100,000 or more.
You can use Tax-Free Childcare all year round to spend on regulated childcare, such as:
For example, if your childcare costs are £750 per month, you would pay £600 into your childcare account and the government would pay in £150. This would be an annual saving of £1,800 per child. Please view the step by step guide on how to use Tax-Free Childcare.
To be able to take up 15 hours of free early education for your two-year-old you must meet the eligibility criteria. Please visit GOV.UK for further information.
It’s available at participating:
From 1 January, 1 April or 1 September following your child’s 2nd birthday.
The 15 hours of free childcare/early education for two-year-olds is not intended to cover the costs of meals, other consumables (such as nappies or sun cream), additional hours or additional activities (such as trips). Providers may charge a fee for these additions. If you choose to pay for these it is an arrangement between you and the childcare provider. However, you must not be required to pay any fee as a condition of taking up a 15 hours place, and must be offered alternative options.
15 hours of free childcare is available for all families in England.
It’s available at participating:
From 1 January, 1 April or 1 September following your child’s 3rd birthday.
The 15 hours free childcare/early education offer is not intended to cover the costs of meals, other consumables (such as nappies or sun cream), additional hours or additional activities (such as trips). Providers may charge a fee for these additions. If you choose to pay for these it is an arrangement between you and the childcare provider. However, you must not be required to pay any fee as a condition of taking up a 15 hours place, and must be offered alternative options.
You, and any partner, must each expect to earn (on average) at least £152 per week (equal to 16 hours at the National Minimum or Living Wage).
If you, or your partner, are on maternity, paternity or adoption leave, or you’re unable to work because you are disabled or have caring responsibilities, you could still be eligible.
You can’t get 30 hours free childcare if either you, or your partner, each individually expect to earn £100,000 or more.
Your child can start in their childcare place the term after they turn 3 years old and have received a valid 30 hours code, whichever is later. Term start dates are 1st September, 1stJanuary and 1st April.
To keep your 30 hours free childcare place you need to check your details are up to date every 3 months.
It’s available at participating:
Please view the step by step guide on how to use 30 hours free childcare
The 30 hours free childcare offer is not intended to cover the costs of meals, other consumables (such as nappies or sun cream), additional hours or additional activities (such as trips). Providers may charge a fee for these additions. If you choose to pay for these it is an arrangement between you and the childcare provider. However, you must not be required to pay any fee as a condition of taking up a 30 hours place, and must be offered alternative options.
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