Free Childcare Places for 2 Year Olds in Tameside

Your 2 year old may also be eligible if you meet the criteria listed below:

Please note – For the criteria listed below, further information / confirmation will be required to support your application.  It is therefore advised to contact Families Information Service on 0161 342 4260 to submit your application. 

• the local authority has parental responsibility for a child – a ‘Cared for Child’ subject to a care order
• your child has an education, health and care (EHC) plan
• your child receives Disability Living allowance (DLA)
• your child has left care through special guardianship order; child arrangements order or adoption order

If you’re a non- UK citizen who cannot claim benefits:

If your immigration status says you have ‘no recourse to public funds’, you may still get free childcare for your 2 year old. You must live in England and your household income must be no more than:

• £26,500 for families with one child
• £30,600 for families with two or more children