Types of childcare

There are many different types of registered childcare that can support you in your parenting journey.

They cover a variety of needs and can benefit your child through early learning activities and socialising with other children or carers.

The different types of childcare include:

  • childminders
  • day nurseries
  • nursery schools and classes
  • pre-school playgroups
  • out of school clubs
  • holiday playschemes

You can find out more about the different types of childcare.


Page last updated: 9 June 2023

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