15–30 Hours Free Childcare & Early Years Funding
We believe that high-quality childcare should never be out of reach. And if we want our future to be more inclusive, equitable, and prepared, we must invest in the early years, where it matters most.
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The Challenge
Childcare in the UK is among the most expensive in the world. For too many working families, it becomes a barrier, not just to career progression, but to opportunity, wellbeing, and balance.
At Hatching Dragons, we’re committed to changing that. By offering access to government funded childcare, including the 15 and 30 hours free childcare schemes, we’re helping parents secure free nursery places near them, without compromising on quality.
With funding now extending to children as young as 9 months, we’re proud to offer places that align with every stage of your family’s journey, and every change in policy.
Why Early Years Funding Isn’t Just a Benefit It’s a Necessity
The first five years are when 90% of brain development occurs, it’s when children absorb language, values, and their worldview. That’s why the early years entitlement funding is more than just policy. It’s opportunity.
With our multicultural curriculum and language-rich environments, your child will benefit from:
- Modern languages taught by specialists (Mandarin, Spanish, more)
- Global citizenship themes each month
- STEAM, creative arts, and storytelling integrated daily
- Structured enrichment activities that go beyond traditional care
Whether you choose a fully funded nursery place or opt for added enrichment with a small surcharge, your child will gain the skills to thrive, socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
What Experts Say About Early Years Investment
According to economists like Nobel Laureate James Heckman, high-quality early childhood education delivers one of the highest returns on investment for society.
And yet, millions of children globally, including right here in the UK, miss out due to a lack of access, awareness, or affordability.
By embracing early years funding, we not only reduce childcare costs in the UK, we unlock potential in every child, and give parents the breathing space to plan, work, and dream.
Need Help Navigating Your Options?
We understand that today’s parents are balancing more than ever, careers, family, wellbeing, and time. That’s why we’ve made it easy to access childcare support in the UK, regardless of where you are in your journey:
- New parent returning to work after parental leave?
- Wondering how to apply for 30 hours childcare?
- Unsure if you can get 15 hours free childcare?
- Looking to compare the Workplace Nursery Scheme vs. Tax-Free Childcare UK?
We’ve got you covered.
Because free childcare UK shouldn’t feel out of reach. It should feel like the support system it was designed to be.
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