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 Early years and childcare providers across the borough have worked really hard to make sure their settings are safe for all children.
Children are enjoying time with their friends and making the most of early learning experiences.
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'Time for Twos' offers 15 hours of free childcare for families of two year olds who receive some forms of support. |
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A range of options are available to help with the cost of childcare: |
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Tax-Free Childcare
Working families can sign up for tax free childcare, where the government adds £2 to every £8 paid in, up to £2,000 per child per year.
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Do you have a three or four year old?
During term time, all families with three and four year old children are entitled to 15 hours per week of free childcare from the term after their third birthday.
If eligible, working families can access an additional 15 hours giving them 30 hours per week of free childcare for their three and four year olds.
Remember to make your application to Childcare Choices prior to 31 August, in order to receive your additional hours from September.
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Take the right Covid-19 test!
Help protect Dudley borough by taking the right test. This poster details which test to take but essentially: if you have symptoms, take a PCR test. If you’re symptom-free, use rapid tests (lateral flow) twice a week.
More information about testing can be found on our website.
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🤸 Free holiday activities
A new government scheme launches this summer offering free holiday activities for children. If your child receives free school meals, they could be eligible!
Find out more and register by 31 May.
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Early help is available
Did you know we have 5 family centres in Dudley borough❓ They offer children, young people and their families access to the best Early Help services in a place convenient to them.
📲 For more information and contact details visit our website.
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Ready for school?
Is your child starting school after the summer? Start talking to them about it now using the Little Chick book, which will help to prepare your child and get them ready to start school 🐣
View the digital page turner of the book.
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Himley Hall Drive-In Cinema
On Thursday 24 June, Himley Hall Drive-In Cinema is all about the kids! Tickets are now available for two films, Trolls World Tour and Paddington. There will also be special character appearances including Branch and Poppy from Trolls, and the one and only, Paddington Bear! Book your tickets now.
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Please do not send your child to an early years setting if they or anyone in your household show any symptoms of coronavirus:
a new persistent cough
fever
change in or loss of taste and smell
Stay at home and immediately visit: www.nhs.uk/coronavirus
or call 119 arrange a test
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