Research and analysis
30 hours free childcare: evaluation of the national rollout
Findings from the evaluation of the first year of the national rollout of 30 hours free childcare.
Applies to England
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The evaluation collected data from 12 local authorities, which included surveys, interviews and census returns.
It aimed to:
- understand how the policy was implemented
- whether it is working as intended
- understand the effects of the policy
- consider whether it is achieving its objectives of supporting working families and helping parents to work
Guidance for local authorities evaluating the impact of 30 hours free childcare in their area is also available.