Childcare information and support for parents and providers

Resources and information to support new and existing childcare providers based in Suffolk.

Get advice about finding and choosing childcare and how to access the funded early education entitlement for children aged 9 months to 4 years old.

A single place for Suffolk parents or carers to find parenting advice and support to help their child's development.

The Childcare Act 2006 gives local authorities an important role in shaping the childcare market in their area.

Read our early years and childcare strategy for families, children and young people.

There is currently a great demand for people to work in the early years, caring for and educating children aged 0-5.