Early Learning and Childcare options for 0-5 year olds

Your children are already getting lots of good learning at home but spending time in childcare can top it up. And here’s the really good bit: from August 2021, your 2, 3 or 4 year old could benefit from 1140 hours a year of Early Learning and Childcare (ELC). This is free to you, funded by the Scottish Government and local authorities. Find out what you're entitled to and how your wee one can benefit from ELC here.

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Free milk and healthy snacks at ELC

Last updated: 4 Aug, 2021

Early Learning and Childcare in Scotland is changing

Last updated: 15 Jul, 2021

Have you discovered the big benefits of ELC?

Last updated: 15 Jul, 2021

What’s your child entitled to?

Last updated: 15 Jul, 2021

Get to grips with childcare costs and benefits

Last updated: 15 Jul, 2021

Things to consider when choosing ELC

Last updated: 22 Jul, 2021

How do I know if the ELC setting is high quality?

Last updated: 10 Jun, 2021

Can my child defer starting school?

Last updated: 21 Jul, 2021

When your child needs some additional support

Last updated: 30 Jun, 2021

Top tips for getting ready to start nursery

Last updated: 21 Jun, 2021

What to pack for nursery, playgroup or a childminder

Last updated: 8 Jun, 2021