Childcare Information Links
Child Benefit - other benefits you might qualify for
If you're a parent and you get Child Benefit, or you are
expecting a baby, you may be able to get other benefits and
financial help.
Click here for more information.
Childcare for a disabled child
When it comes to childcare for a disabled child, a lot of the
considerations are the same as for any other child. There are a few
extra things to think about, such as specialist training or a
child's medical needs.
Click here for more information.
Childcare options for 0 to 5 year olds
When choosing childcare you'll need to consider work hours,
budgets, and whether you want care in your own home or with other
children.
Find out
about all the different types of childcare available for 0 to 5
year olds.
Maternity Allowance
If you're pregnant or have a new baby but don't qualify for
Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) from any employer, you may be able to
claim Maternity Allowance (MA) through Jobcentre Plus.
Click here for more information.
Ordinary Paternity Leave
If you are a father-to-be or you will be responsible with the
mother for bringing up a child, you could have the right to
Ordinary Paternity Leave. You may also qualify for Ordinary
Statutory Paternity Pay.
Click here for more information.
Statutory Maternity Leave
If you are entitled to take Statutory Maternity Leave, there are
steps you need to follow to tell your employer you want to take it.
Find out about the rules for starting your Statutory Maternity
Leave and how much maternity leave you must take.
Click here for more information.
Sure Start Maternity Grant
If you’re on a low income and getting certain
benefits or tax credits, you could get a Sure Start Maternity
Grant. This is a one-off payment to help towards the cost of
maternity and baby items. The grant is tax free and you don’t have
to repay it.
Click here for more information.
