Choosing childcare

Our Family Information Service can help parents looking for childcare in their local area - go to our Staffordshire Connects website to start your search. We can also offer a brokerage service for those who cannot find childcare. The service does not place children into childcare settings and all costs are determined by the childcare provider.

What you need to know

Handy tips and advice on what to look for when searching for childcare, go to our top tips page.

Types of childcare

On these pages we have information on what types of childcare could be applicable to your needs and depending on the age of your child/ren.

Help with childcare costs

Families could get help with some of their childcare costs if they attend an Ofsted registered or approved childcare setting. Many offer funded hours for children aged from 9 months to 4-year-olds, depending on family eligibility and aged range setting caters for.