Looking for Childcare
Link to Dewis Cymru website
Dewis Cymru is the place for information about well-being in Wales. We have information that can help you think about what matters to you, along with information about local organisations and services that can help!
If you are still unable to find suitable childcare please e-mail ChildrenInfo@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or phone 01267 246555.
Help and support with the Childcare costs.
There are a number of organisations that can provide help and advice with paying for childcare.
➭ If you are working
Tax-Free Childcare:You can get up to £2,000 a year for each child to help with the costs of childcare through Tax-Free Childcare.
If you get Tax-Free Childcare, you’ll set up an online childcare account for your child. For every £8 you pay into this account, the Government will pay in £2 to pay your provider.
Universal Credit for Childcare: You may be able to claim back up to 85% of your childcare costs if you’re eligible for Universal Credit.
Tel: 0800 328 5644 (Freephone).
Childcare Offer for Wales: Up to 20 hours of funded Childcare for 48 weeks a year, in addition to the Early Years Education, for the three terms following the child’s third birthday. You must be working and earning the equivalent of 16 hours per week at minimum/living wage, but not exceeding £100,000 per adult, per year. For more information visit Childcare Offer for Wales.
➭ If you are a student
Childcare Grant: You can receive a Childcare Grant (CCG) towards the cost of your childcare if you have children in registered and approved childcare.
Parents’ Learning Allowance: Parents’ Learning Allowance (PLA) is extra help intended to cover some of the additional costs incurred by students who have children.
For information visit: Student Finance Wales
➭ If you are not working
You may be entitled to Universal Credit:
For more information visit: Job Centre Plus Tel: 0800 169 0190 (Freephone).
ACAS: Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service.
We work with millions of employers and employees every year to improve workplace relationships. We’re an independent public body that receives funding from the government. Visit: ACAS
Additional Information
Help with the cost of childcare
To compare the different choices and find out if you are eligible for support with Childcare costs visit Childcare Choices.
Money Advice Service
