Young children and childcare
Discover childcare options through ESCIS, our online directory, including nurseries, childminders, playgroups, and holiday clubs.
Find out about the different types of funded childcare, including eligibility and the application process.
Childcare for children with special needs and disabilities (SEND) in East Sussex. Info on services and funding options.
Local Offer is our dedicated website for all things related to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Wraparound is before and after school childcare (from 8am to 6pm). Similar to breakfast and afterschool clubs.
Free holiday clubs for children on benefit-related free school meals, or who have special education needs.
Our Family Hubs website has info on activities and support. Hubs are often located on the sites of former children centres.
Register for an online childcare account for tax-free childcare. When you add money, the government contributes as well.
Activities are published on our East Sussex Community Information Service (ESCIS).
Childminding offers the chance to make a difference. You can work from home or in community spaces.
Kinship Carers are sometimes called family and friends carers. Kinship carers can provide a safe home for a child in need.
Essential guidance on chaperoning children for public performances.