Support with domestic abuse
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, help is available. Major sporting events can be a difficult time for some people. If you are worried about your own safety, or that of someone you know, confidential support and advice are available on our domestic abuse page.
All children aged 3 and 4 years are entitled to 15 hours of funded childcare per week, regardless of family income, benefits received, or personal circumstances.
The government's Best Start in Life Parent Hub provides information on:
- Eligibility – Check who can access the entitlement
- How it works – Learn how funded childcare hours can be used
- How to apply – Find out whether you need to apply and how to do so
- Combining childcare support – Explore how this entitlement can be used alongside other childcare support schemes that may be available to your family
Finding a childcare provider
You can search for childcare and early education providers in the county using the Herefordshire Early Years Education and Childcare Directory, which includes providers offering funded childcare places.
Alternatively, use the government's Find free early education and childcare service to search for providers in your area.
These services can help you find:
- Day nurseries
- Pre-schools and playgroups
- Childminders
- School-based nursery provision
- Providers offering funded childcare places