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Childcare survey for families

We're asking local families to take part in a survey to help us understand the demand for childcare in the area, and about their childcare needs.

Council success at Nursery World Awards 2024

An early years trainer from Central Bedfordshire Council has been named ‘Trainer of the Year’ at the Nursery World Awards 2024.

Data shows more families making the most of Tax-Free Childcare scheme in Central Bedfordshire

Data from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has shown an increase in the number of families in Central Bedfordshire who are taking advantage of the government’s Tax-Free Childcare scheme.

We have been selected as early adopter of a new wraparound childcare programme

We have been selected as an ‘early adopter’ of the government’s National Wraparound Childcare Programme, ahead of the national launch in September 2024.

Tell us how you use childcare to help with future plans

We're asking families to take part in a short survey about their childcare needs, to help shape future plans.

Social worker awarded BEM in New Year Honours list

One of our social workers, who previously won two national social work awards, has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2024 New Year Honours list.