Petition · Department for Education
Match the funding rate of childminders of 2-4 yr olds with current under 2s rate
Closed
979 signatures
What the petition asks
Increase the hourly funding rate for 15/30hr early education & childcare places for 2-4-yr olds to the same level currently paid for under 2s. I believe current rates are financially unsustainable, contribute to some childminders leaving the profession, & lack of quality/flexible childcare places
I believe current funding rates do not reflect the cost of delivering care for 2yrs+ under legally required ratios. Some childminders can earn below NMW delivering 15/30-hr funded places for over 2s. I believe some childminders are leaving the profession, and that it is unfair & discriminatory to a predominantly female sector. Equal pay for equal work should apply across all age groups. Every funded hour of EYFS care involves the same professional responsibilities, yet not all are paid the same
Timeline
| 17 Jul 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 17 Jan 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
979
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
17 Jul 2025
Closed
17 Jan 2026
Follow this petition
Sign in to get an email when the government responds, a debate is scheduled or held, or the petition closes.
Source: the official petition page. Last checked 1 Aug 2026.