Details for your Area

Each region is committed to childcare. To find out more about childcare opportunities in your area explore the following links:

Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership (EYDCP) - These are linked directly to your local authority. To find out everything you need to know about Early Years Education and Childcare in your area contact your local EYDCP.

Department for Education and Skills - Provides a range of education and skills statistics for your local area.   

Surestart -  Government programme to deliver the best start in life for every child by bringing together: early education, childcare, health and family support

Childcare Link - A national website providing useful information about the different types of childcare and early education in your local area

CACHE - Is an internationally recognised, specialist Awarding Body for Early Years, Care and Education and Playwork.

Learning & Skills Council - The LSC is responsible for funding and planning education and training for over 16-year-olds in England.