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Cradles in the conference room? That’s not quite what employer-sponsored childcare means, but it is a popular benefit — and states are starting to take notice. 👶🏼 👀 Offering tax incentives and cost-sharing programs are great ways to help working parents who need support in managing and affording childcare situations. Check out what some states are doing to close the childcare gap. 

Want up to £2,000 a year for each child to help with the costs of childcare? Don’t miss out on Tax-Free childcare next term. Find out what entitlements you are eligible for by searching "Gov Childcare Choices". #ChildcareChoices #HelpforHouseholds

Navigating the terms of your family childcare contract can be overwhelming, but understanding its key components is crucial for both parents and providers. 🔍 An informative infographic can help simplify this process by breaking down important aspects such as fees, hours of operation, emergency procedures, and more. Remember, communication is key! Don't hesitate to ask questions and seek clarification to ensure both parties are on the same page for smooth childcare arrangements. Create transparency and build trust for the best possible childcare experience. ChildcareContracts ParentingTips OpenCommunication 📌 For more tips and resources, visit our website or reach out to us for personalized guidance. Let's make childcare agreements easier for all involved.🌟 #EmpowerYoungMinds #EducationTransformation #FutureLeaders #EducationalInnovation #MarilynEmpowers

With independence, future governments could seek to make improvements to accessing childcare. Future governments could make different decisions about the design of currently reserved schemes supporting parents and carers to pay for childcare. ℹ https://lnkd.in/eHbQSnCU

How do funded childcare hour increases in England impact childcare providers? While the 2023 budget announcement with an increase in funded childcare hours was certainly good news for parents, many also recognised the massive impact it will have on the childcare sector, with challenges in demand and staffing to overcome. In our latest article, we will go through the details of changes in funded childcare and potential future scenarios while concrete actions and solutions childcare providers should consider to meet the demand in staffing. Link in comments. #UKchildcare #childcarestaffing #childcare #childcareprovider

Eligible working parents of two-year-olds should now be able to claim 15 hours a week of partially funded childcare - however, reality shows that nurseries are buckling under the pressure. We think it's brilliant that the government is investing in childcare. We hope that they will open up these regulations to provide more flexibility in the ways parents can use these subsidised hours. #childcare #parenting #workingparents

Will this be the year things will turn around for childcare? Unfortunately, I don't think so......not driven by the government at least. The problems have repeatedly been covered by the likes of Coram Family and Childcare with their annual survey (check out 2024's below) and Pregnant Then Screwed bringing a speakerphone to the problem making sure it's heard loud and clear. Yet the solutions in response don't go deep or wide enough. I speak to parents every week who are frustrated and overwhelmed by the status quo, having to find workarounds and create their own solutions. But they are also some of the most resilient people I've met, especially in the face of such pressures, who ultimately just want to get on with life. It's why I love to see the market doing what I think it does best, with incredible teams of people working to solve problems in new ways all along the value chain, companies such as Bubble Koru Kids CocoRio Raise Kinsail tiney PonchoPay Pebble and in time Grove. It's easy to look at this problem space and see it as a parents' problem, or see it as a mothers' problem but what drives me is the fact that it's a problem - period. That's it. Just a fundamental belief that this problem should not exist. I'm looking forward to seeing the above, and the many more who I'm probably unaware of continue the fight towards a better future (I'm sure there are tonnes more so please tag those you know in the comments) https://lnkd.in/e-hRBbVg

💡 Did you know you might be eligible for a tax-free childcare benefit? You can get up to £500 every 3-months (up to £2,000 a year) per child to help with the costs of childcare. This goes up to £1,000 every 3-months if a child is disabled (up to £4,000 a year).   With the increase in the cost of living, you may wish to check your eligibility. 1️⃣ Step One - Calculate your adjusted net income: What you’ll need - Childcare calculator - GOV.UK (tax.service.gov.uk) 2️⃣ Step Two - Find out if you re eligible: What you’ll need - Childcare calculator - GOV.UK (tax.service.gov.uk) #childcare #taxfreebenefit #costofliving #humanresources

Why should we care about childcare access - it matters! It matters for female workforce participation and child development. World-first VU Mitchell Institute research looks at childcare access across nine nations down to the suburb level. See what's happening in your neighbourhood: https://lnkd.in/gxtsBXT5

📚 Day 3 of 31 Resources in 31 Days 📚 Addressing childcare shortages is crucial for economic development. Our comprehensive whitepaper offers strategies and solutions to help your community overcome this challenge. Learn how to support working families and boost your local economy by ensuring access to quality childcare. #EconomicDevelopment #31Resources31Days #GoldenShovelAgency https://hubs.ly/Q02HSrBb0