Families Information Service Hub

25/10/2026

💷👶 Could Tax-Free Childcare Help Your Family Save Money? 👶💷
Did you know that eligible working parents can receive extra help with childcare costs through the Tax-Free Childcare Scheme? 🌟
✅ For every £8 you pay into your Tax-Free Childcare account, the government will add £2.
That's up to:
💷 £500 every 3 months per child (up to £2,000 a year)
💷 £1,000 every 3 months if your child is disabled (up to £4,000 a year)
The scheme is available to many working parents (or those returning to work), with children aged 11 or under (or 16 and under if disabled).
📢 If you're paying for childcare, it's worth checking whether you could benefit from this valuable support!
🔗 Find out more here:
https://orlo.uk/uns7N
Need help understanding your childcare funding options?
📞 FISH Team: 01482 396469
📧 Email: [email protected]
Our team will be happy to help you explore the support available to your family. 💙
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What Tax-Free Childcare is, who can get it and how to apply.

23/10/2026

❓ Can I use my childcare funding during the school holidays?
✅ Yes! This is called the Stretched Offer.
If your childcare provider offers stretched funding, they can spread your funded hours across more than the standard 38 weeks of the year, helping to cover childcare costs during school holidays too.
📌 Important: To benefit from the stretched offer, your child must be attending from the start of the term.
💬 Need more information?
📞 FISH Team: 01482 396469
📧 Email: [email protected]
We're here to help you make the most of your childcare funding and find the option that works best for your family. 💙

17/10/2026

🌟 Is Your Child Eligible for 15 Hours of Funded Early Learning? 🌟
Did you know that families in receipt of additional government support could be eligible to access 15 hours of funded education for 2-year-olds through an Ofsted-registered childcare provider? 🎨📚👶
✅ Give your child the opportunity to learn, play, and develop key skills in a nurturing early years setting.
📧 Important Update: If you are eligible, information about the funding and how to apply may be sent to you by email from East Riding Council. Letters will no longer be sent by post, so be sure to check your inbox regularly.
❓ Want to find out more about the eligibility criteria or application process?
💻 Visit: https://orlo.uk/Childcare_Funding_DlqU1
📞 Contact the FISH Team on 01482 396469
📧 Email: [email protected]
Don't miss out on support that could benefit your child’s early learning journey! 💙

15/10/2026

Early years education and childcare can benefit your child and your family 🌻

If you have a child aged 3 or 4 years old, you can get 15 hours childcare per week over 38 weeks, regardless of income levels, benefit status, or family circumstances.

Visit Best Start in Life to see how you and your family could benefit.

11/10/2026

These sessions are for families who are electively home educating, as well as young people who are educated otherwise than in school or who may not currently be in education, employment or training.
You are very welcome whether your young person is actively applying this year or simply starting to explore their options.

At the sessions, support is available with:
• Understanding post‑16 options and pathways (college, sixth form, apprenticeships and training)
• Finding courses and apprenticeships
• Making applications
• Writing CVs and personal statements
• Interview preparation and advice

There’s no need to book – you can drop in at any point during the session time and stay as long or as little as you like. Parents and carers are encouraged to attend alongside their young person, and you’re also welcome to come on your own to gather information.
If you have any questions, or would like more information ahead of attending, you can get in touch with the team at [email protected].

08/10/2026

Last night Aimi and Paula attended Howden School’s career fair, they met some wonderful students who were interested to learn more about a career in childcare. Some year 9 and 10 students were considering where they might go for their work experience placement, and Year 11 students were keen to hear about apprenticeships in the local area. They left with lots of information from us and local colleges.😃

06/10/2026

💛 Come and join us for fun, play and learning!

There’s a reason behind all the resources we put out! 🎨 From painting, play dough and sensory trays to music and singing, our activities help children develop communication, confidence, coordination, fine motor skills and independence — all through play. 🌟

👶 Baby & Toddler Group
Wednesday | 1.30–2.45pm
Birth–4 years | £1 per child
For babies too — play and sensory experiences help them explore, discover and build those early skills. 💛

🎵 Music Group
Thursday | 9.30–10.30am
From around 18 months | £1.50 per child
Younger children are very welcome too!

🌿 Both groups are open to everyone in our community.

Come along, get involved and enjoy some lovely time with your child! 🥰

02/10/2026

Looking for the latest SEND information, activities and opportunities? 🍂
The September East Riding Local Offer bulletin includes autumn SEND activities, Parent Carer Forum events, Preparing for Adulthood workshops, SENDIASS information and the latest updates and support for families.
Read the latest Local Offer Bulletin ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/ja258

25/09/2026

Family Corner - Early Years Alliance ‘Family festival: Home is where the start is’ is back for the fourth year in a row! Take your chance to join this month-long event celebrating the role of parents and carers as their child’s first and most enduring educators.

Sign up to one or all of the free, friendly online sessions which explore simple, playful ways to support your child’s learning at home. You’ll come away with practical information, activity ideas and lots of tips to help you make the most of moments you share with your child.

Sign up today on https://bit.ly/FamilyFestival2026!

23/09/2026

Do you work and claim Universal Credit?

You may potentially be able to claim up to 85% of your childcare costs.

To find out more, contact FISH on 01482 396469 or e-mail [email protected]