30 Hours Childcare Eligibility Calculator

Calculate when you'll be eligible for England's funded 30 hours of childcare

How This Calculator Works

This tool helps parents understand when they can access the government's 30 hours funded childcare, particularly when returning from parental leave. The eligibility depends on both your child's age (9+ months) and your return-to-work date.

Your Details

Please provide the following information to calculate your eligibility

Baby's Birth Date

Planned Return to Work Date

Your Email Address

Required to view results - your personalized report will be emailed to you

Important Information

Eligibility Terms

• Spring term: January 1st - March 31st
• Summer term: April 1st - August 31st
• Autumn term: September 1st - December 31st

Return to Work Rules

• Return Oct 1st - Jan 31st: Access from January 1st
• Return Feb 1st - Apr 30th: Access from April 1st
• Return May 1st - Sep 30th: Access from September 1st

This calculator is based on current government guidelines for England's 30 hours funded childcare. Always check the official government website for the most up-to-date information and to apply for your childcare code.