Scheme Guidelines

Childcare vouchers are free from tax and National Insurance Contributions up to a maximum of £55 per week, or £2,916 per year. See HM Revenue & Customs for more details.

Childcare vouchers must be used to pay for the care of children to the ages of 16, or to be precise, up to 1st September following the child's 15th birthday or 1st September following their 16th birthday if the child is disabled.  See HM Revenue & Customs for more details.

You must be either the parent or step-parent of the child, or the child lives you and you have parental responsibility for that child.  See HM Revenue & Customs for more details.

You must ensure that your net pay (salary after vouchers) does not go below £97 per week or £421 per month.  This is to ensure the minimum amount of NI is paid and your state benefits, such as Statutory Sick Pay, are not affected. 
Childcare vouchers can only be used to pay for registered or approved childcare. 

For more information visit the FAQ section.

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