Families Information Service
We provide information, advice and guidance to families across Cambridgeshire to:
- find childcare
- understand childcare funding options
- find childcare for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and to understand the SEND Local Offer
Our advice is free, confidential and impartial. We manage the Cambridgeshire Childcare Directory.
We can offer individualised support for families with children and young people aged 0 to 25 with SEND to find childcare places through our SEND brokerage offer.
A full list of childminders in your area is available on request - Tel: 0345 045 1360 or Email: fis@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
The deadline for applying for working parents childcare funding for the Summer term (April – August) is 31 March 2025. You must renew your eligibility every 3 months. You do not need to apply for a code for the universal 15 hours funding for 3 year olds
Careers in childcare
Working in childcare can be a rewarding role, supporting children and families. Childcare jobs are open to all, all ages and from all communities.
They include jobs in:
- Day nurseries, pre-schools and playgroup settings;
- Out of school clubs and holiday schemes;
- Schools (as a teaching assistant);
- Childcare in your own home (childminder).
We are able to support you to receive the right training and qualifications to progress your career.
If you would like to know more about starting a career in childcare then please visit our Careers in childcare page to find out more.
Contacting the Families Information Service
Email: fis@cambridgeshire.gov.uk Tel: 0345 045 1360
For childcare updates and support follow us on social media Cambridgeshire Families Information Service Facebook page
Frequently asked questions
We have compiled answers to the most common questions we are asked about childcare funding.
