Your 2-year-old child may be eligible for up to 15-hours funded early education (also known as childcare or pre-school education) a week at a day nursery, pre-school playgroup, or with a childminder.
This form will help you to quickly check if your 2-year-old child is eligible. If they are, they can start the term after their second birthday, see below:
| A child who turns 2 years old between: | Can be considered for a place from the beginning of the: |
|---|---|
| 1 January and 31 March | Summer Term (April) |
| 1 April and 31 August | Autumn Term (September) |
| 1 September and 31 December | Spring Term (January) |
Please note: If you think you qualify under the below non-economic criteria for Suffolk, the online checker will not work for you. Please take proof to your chosen childcare provider if any of the following applies to your child
- The child is looked after by a local council
- The child has a current Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
- The child receives Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
- The child has left care under a special guardianship order, child arrangements order or adoption order