Suffolk Family Information Service

Suffolk Family Information Service The Suffolk Family Information Service offers free advice on childcare, early education and families Our helpline is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm weekdays.

The Suffolk Family Information Service offers free advice about childcare, early education for 2,3 and 4 year olds, and a range of services for your family. We can help you choose the type of childcare most suited to you and your child's needs. We provide support by phone and email, and through our Family Services Directory (FSD) website: www.suffolk.gov.uk/fsd which allows parents to search for c

hildcare online (for free, no need to register). Our friendly staff can help you search for childcare providers in your local area which include a detailed list of ALL Ofsted registered day nurseries, pre-schools and childminders, closest to you. We also offer extra help to families who are struggling to find a childcare place. Childcare Information available includes:
- Name and contact details of the childcare
provider;
- Type of childcare provider;
- Age range catered for;
- Number of places offered;
- Opening hours;
- Fees (where available);
- Ofsted registration nom of childcare provider
and whether they have gained a good Ofsted
rating (where available). We can let you know when your 3 year old is entitled to their free early education place and help you check online if your 2 year old is eligible for free childcare.

25/06/2026

Suffolk Infolink contains advice and services available in and around your local area. From finding childcare, adult and children’s clubs or activities to information on social care and housing.
www.suffolk.gov.uk/infolink

23/06/2026

Make your childcare costs more manageable.

Tax-Free Childcare could give your family extra financial support, helping you pay for the childcare you rely on.

Check what you could be entitled to today:
🌐 www.beststartinlife.gov.uk

The Early Years & Childcare Service are delighted to be at Lowestoft Job Centre on Wednesday 1st July from 13:30 - 16:30...
19/06/2026

The Early Years & Childcare Service are delighted to be at Lowestoft Job Centre on Wednesday 1st July from 13:30 - 16:30. Find us at the Lowestoft Job Centre Lowestoft, Rishton House, Clapham Road, Lowestoft, NR32 1RW

If you are interested in a fantastic career in the early years sector working in a nursery, preschool, out of school club or as a childminder, come along and chat to us. For more information on a career in early years please see the links below:

https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/children-families-and-learning/childcare-information-and-support-for-parents-and-providers/working-in-the-early-years-sector

https://earlyyearscareers.campaign.gov.uk/?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=Search&utm_campaign=EYCB1_Search__&gclid=b0526785b7d41a791e880f8d05d0d904&gclsrc=3p.ds&msclkid=b0526785b7d41a791e880f8d05d0d904

Did you know?All 3- and 4-year-olds are entitled to 570 funded childcare hours per year from the term after their 3rd bi...
19/06/2026

Did you know?

All 3- and 4-year-olds are entitled to 570 funded childcare hours per year from the term after their 3rd birthday (usually 15 hours a week for 38 weeks).

Funded early education:
• must be with an approved childcare provider
• ends when your child starts reception (or reaches compulsory school age)

👉 Find out more: www.suffolk.gov.uk/childcare
📧 [email protected]
📞 0345 60 800 33

Looking for trusted advice and support for your baby’s development?The Best Start in Life website offers helpful guidanc...
17/06/2026

Looking for trusted advice and support for your baby’s development?

The Best Start in Life website offers helpful guidance for parents and carers of babies aged 0–2 years, including support with:
🍼 Feeding and breastfeeding
🦷 Baby and toddler teeth care
🥣 Introducing solid foods
💞 Bonding with your baby
👶 Baby basics and everyday care
💷 Childcare support and early years education

You can also sign up for personalised weekly emails with age-appropriate tips and advice.

Find out more here: https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/baby/

🌟 Is Your Child Eligible for 2-Year-Old Funding? 🌟Does your child turn 2 before 31 August 2026?If you receive certain go...
13/06/2026

🌟 Is Your Child Eligible for 2-Year-Old Funding? 🌟

Does your child turn 2 before 31 August 2026?

If you receive certain government support, or if your child is a child in care/need, has an EHCP, or receives Disability Living Allowance, you could get 15 hours of funded childcare in the Autumn term starting 01 September 2026

Find out more and check your eligibility here:
www.suffolk.gov.uk/two

Looking for childcare in your local area?You can find Ofsted rated childcare providers at http://www.suffolk.gov.uk/fsdI...
11/06/2026

Looking for childcare in your local area?

You can find Ofsted rated childcare providers at http://www.suffolk.gov.uk/fsd

If you need help finding a funded place for your child, contact us at:

📧 [email protected]
📞 0345 60 800 33

Address

Early Years And Childcare Team, Suffolk County Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road
Ipswich
IP12BX

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+443456080033

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