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Only use the funded childcare parent portal to apply for FEET (15 hours for 2 year olds who get extra support).

If you're looking for other types of funded childcare:

• You don’t need to apply for 3 and 4 year olds – just speak to your provider
• Working families can apply through a different service
• Foster carers have a separate way to apply

Find out more on Who can get funded childcare

How to apply

You can apply for FEET in the funded period your child turns two (1 January, 1 April or 1 September).

If you qualify, you’ll receive a FEET ID number.

1. Create a Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ account
First-time users must register and create a login. This allows you to:

• Apply online
• Receive updates
• Check messages
• Update your details

2. Submit your application
We’ll check if you qualify with government departments (HMRC, DWP, Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ Office) as permitted by law.

3. Receive your FEET ID number
If approved, you’ll get a FEET ID number. Share this with your childcare provider so they can claim the funding.

What you’ll need

• Your and your child’s full details (name, address, contact)
• Your National Insurance Number or National Asylum Seeker Number
• The criteria you meet to qualify (see Funded early education for 2 year olds)
• If you're helping a family apply, include your own details too.

Next steps

1. Log in anytime to check your application status and messages.
2. Once approved, take your FEET ID number  to a childcare provider listed on our .
3. Confirm your child’s place - this can be verbal or written.

Privacy notice

Your data is stored securely and only used to check eligibility for:

• 15 hours for 2 year olds getting extra support (FEET)
• Early years pupil premium (with your consent)

For full details, see our early years funding privacy notice.