Childminder (SEN): Information and advice

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1. Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and Plans

   Some children and young people who have special educational needs may need extra support which cannot be provided from the resources available at their early years setting, school or college. To make sure that the right extra support is provided for these children and young…

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2. Free early education and childcare for 2-year-olds

   In Merton, some children are entitled to up to 15 hours a week of free part-time early education and childcare at the age of two. This adds up to 570 hours a year spent playing, learning and make friends in a stimulating, safe environment. Enjoying good quality early education…

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3. Free early education and childcare for 2-year-olds - Expansion. From April 2024

   2-year-olds whose parents are working may be able to get up to 15 hours a week of free early education and childcare from April 2024.  From January 2024 you will be able to apply for your eligibility code. If eligbile you will be able to access your free early…

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4. Help with choosing childcare for children with SEND

   All childcare providers must comply with the SEND Code of Practice 2015, the Disability Discrimination Act 1995, and the Equality Act 2010 which states that they must not treat a disabled child less favourably and make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not substantially disadvantaged.…

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5. Tax-Free Childcare

   Save money on your childcare bills with Tax-Free Childcare If you’re a working parent or carer, you can get up to £500 every three months (up to £2,000 a year per child) to help with the costs of childcare. If your child has a disability,…

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