Can parents also claim Tax Credits / Tax Free Childcare in addition to funded hours?
Yes, parent can claim Tax Credits and Tax Free Childcare on hours, services and consumables they have to pay for outside of the funded hours. Parents can find more information and how to apply on the government website Best Start in Life.
Tax Free Childcare is a good option for working parents as the money parents put into the scheme the government will top up 20% to go towards childcare costs.
