Flying Start childcare applications now open
Applications for Flying Start childcare provisions in eligible postcodes have now opened this week.
Flying Start childcare provides up to twelve and a half hours of funded childcare during school term time at a registered childcare setting.
The provision is currently available at partner playgroups, Cylchoedd Mudiad Meithrin or Day Nurseries from Monday to Friday during school term time.
This round of applications is for parents and carers who have children born between 1 September 2023 and 31 August 2024. It is important to note that birthdays which do not fit this date range are not eligible for this round of applications. Applications for Flying Start childcare are available at different times during the year and is done in rounds based on children’s ages.
Flying Start childcare is available for families who are within eligible postcodes.
To check if a postcode is in the Flying Start programme, go to: https://flyingstart.denbighshire.gov.uk/Home/Index?culture=en-GB
The closing date for applications for this round is the 19th of June.
Rhiain Morrlle, Head of Children’s Services said:
“This provision is there to help families with their childcare needs during term time.
We would like to invite parents and carers who have children born between the dates for this application to apply, and our team will be in touch to process your application once submitted.
There are a number of rounds of applications at different times during the year, so please keep an eye on our website for the next round.”
For more information please visit: https://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/en/childcare-and-parenting/families-first-and-flying-start/flying-start-childcare.aspx