Childcare Expansion Myth-buster for Providers
This resource was last updated in May 2025. This easy-to-read myth-buster has been developed to address common misconceptions around the childcare expansion. The visually optimised resource shares comprehensive and accurate information from trusted official sources that can easily be downloaded, printed and shared with staff teams, or displayed in staff rooms.
Vodcast: How can LAs Support Childminders with the Expanded Entitlements – Helen Donohoe, PACEY
As part of the Childcare Works Early Years Rapid Learning series, we spoke with Helen Donohoe, CEO of PACEY, about how local authorities can support childminders as part of the expanded childcare entitlements. This video was first published here on March 2025. For more information on supporting childminders, click here.
An Overview of External Agencies
This resource is the seventh session from a larger resource package, to view the full package of resources click here. This session covers: What do we mean by “external agencies”? Developing relationships Where to look for information and support Exploring specialist roles The importance of relationships
HUB Feedback Form
We would like to offer you an opportunity to share your views and ideas about the Childcare Works HUB by filling out this form. This will assist us to continuously improve the resources we create for providers and schools on the HUB. The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
What Have We Learnt with Wraparound Programme Early Adopters?
We have reflected upon some of 2024’s key learning from the Wraparound Early Adopters – those that put themselves forward for early rollout of the wraparound programme in the summer term 2024. Here, we set out our top six insights into implementing and scaling of the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. We highlight some of the […]
Code Validation FAQ for Parents Accessing the New Childcare Entitlements
Many parents have questions specifically about the code validation stage of the childcare application process. We have collated an FAQ designed to support parents to navigate the application, code validation and reconfirmation process. If you are a local authority, you may want to use this to check any communications you already have for parents, or […]
Top Tips for Engaging with Early Years and Wraparound Providers: 5 Local Authority Examples
Local authorities play a crucial role in supporting and engaging with early years settings and wraparound care providers. While this can sometimes be easy, you may also need to explore innovative ways to enhance partnerships. This blog highlights best practice and new opportunities for engagement with childcare providers. From recognition events to digital platforms, each […]
Childcare Works – Webinar Summary (Summer and Autumn 2024)
Missed a webinar? This summary document includes links to resources including recordings and slides – a great way to recap on any content you may have missed, all in one place!
Meet Lucy Lewin
Lucy features in some of the recorded presentations. In this video clip she introduces herself and her background in early years and childcare.