Childcare and Schooling
School holidays in the UK
Most schools in the UK have three terms: Autumn, Spring and Summer. The school year starts in September and ends the following July, with breaks in between each term. These breaks may vary slightly from school to school. Your local council’s website ...
Is school mandatory in the UK?
In the UK, education is mandatory for children between 5 and 16 and is free at state schools. There are also private fee-paying schools available who manage their own admissions. The UK education system is divided into four main parts - Primary ...
I have young children, what are my options?
If you have young children, you can opt for a childminder, nanny or private nursery. Childminders and nurseries are both registered with Ofsted (The Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) and can be found using your local ...