Age Range: birth—school age onwards Opening times: 8am—6pm Monday to Friday but often flexible Cost: Average is £42-£65 per day but check what is included in the daily rate or any extra you will need to factor in. When to contact: 2-3 months before you need to use them but online they are childminders with current vacancies. If you look too early they may charge a retainer fee. Inspection: Ofsted Funding: Some can offer 2, 3 and 4 year old funding. Take childcare vouchers and maybe able to claim childcare element of working tax credit.