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Talking 2's - 15 hours funded childcare for low income, non working and special circumstance families for 2 year olds

Welcome to the New Talking 2s Parent Portal


Parents/carers applying under the financial criteria should apply using the online Parent Portal: 

Visit the Parent Portal to apply for a Talking 2's place under the financial criteria

Download the Parent Portal user guide


Parents/carers applying under the specialist or additional criteria should complete our online form: 

Complete the online form to apply for a Talking 2's place under the specialist or additional criteria


If you are eligible you will receive a code which you must take to the childcare provider of your choice.

If you are applying under the special needs, disability living allowance or looked after children criteria, please contact the childcare provider of your choice directly who will take you the process manually and confirm if eligible.

Last updated: 29/08/2023 11:52

  1. Introduction
  2. Eligibility
  3. How do I apply?
  4. Contact