Childcare - out of school hours
Provision of information on all local childcare, early education and other care and support services for children is the responsibility of the Families Information Service (FIS).
It offers free information and advice on early education and childcare places for children aged 0-14 via a telephone line 0845 6011630, which is charged at local rate, or via the Families Information Service. The helpline is available from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm from Monday to Thursday and 8.30 am to 4.30 pm on Fridays and has an out of hours answerphone facility. The team can provide lists of childcare providers in a particular area, while the website has a childcare search facility providing similar information. Childcare services for children under eight must be registered with Ofsted. Childcare services for children over eight can get 'approved' status, which requires them to meet a registered level of service and care. - Childminders provide home based childcare for children aged 0-15
- Preschool groups/Playgroups provide part-time educational childcare for children aged 2-5 years
- Day Nurseries provide full or half day childcare for children aged 0-5
- Out of School Clubs open before and after school and sometimes in the school holiday to provide creative and safe play for school aged children (4-15)
- Please note: All external websites open in a new browser window. North Yorkshire County Council is not responsible for the content of external websites.
- Sure Start Unit
Sure Start is the Government's programme to deliver the best start in life for every child by bringing together early education, childcare, health and family support.
- Office for Standards in Education
Website of the Office for Standards in Education
- Childcare Finder
National and local childcare information
- Pre-School Learning Alliance
An educational charity representing and supporting community pre-schools in England
Choosing childcare - frequently asked questions
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