Childcare & Early Education
Eligibility for Universal Credit Childcare
Find out if you can claim Universal Credit Childcare.
Universal Credit Childcare
For working families claiming Universal Credit with children under 17. Claim back up to 85% of eligible childcare costs. Upfront childcare costs may be available to eligible parents moving in to work or increasing hours.
Last updated: 4 December, 2025
Childcare & Early Education
How Universal Credit Childcare works
Find more information about how this scheme works.
Childcare & Early Education
Frequently Asked Questions
See answers to common questions people have about Universal Credit Childcare.
Childcare & Early Education
Combining schemes
You might be able to use this offer with one of the other childcare costs offers.