Early education and childcare | North Yorkshire County Council

Children playing at childcare facility in North Yorkshire.

Children playing at childcare facility in North Yorkshire.

Choosing childcare

Find childcare on our interactive map; learn about types of settings, including childminders and nurseries; and access the provider portal.

Child playing in North Yorkshire County Council early education place.

Child playing in North Yorkshire County Council early education place.

Early years funding - two year olds

Your two year old child may be eligible for 15 hours of funded childcare, depending on income and the receipt of certain benefits.

A child with his parent looking at a laptop.

A child with his parent looking at a laptop.

Early years funding - 3 and 4 year olds

Find out about the 15 hours universal childcare everyone can claim, and if you are eligible for 30 hours extended entitlement funding.

Child painting at North Yorkshire County Council childcare centre.

Child painting at North Yorkshire County Council childcare centre.

Help with childcare costs

Find out how to access support including tax credit, childcare vouchers, tax-free childcare, help from your employer, and funded places.