Working Tax Credits

Information about how schools can help parents/carers gain Tax Credit. The link and the file below explain how schools can help parents gain tax credit. 

Many parents need help and support with their childcare or the provision of a positive and safe place for older children whilst they work or train.  Childcare and activities in and around the school offer crucial support for families, enabling parents to work with the conidence and peace of mind that their children are well cared for. But paying for childcare and activities can be a struggle for
some, and they may not be aware that signiicant inancial help is available through the childcare element of Working Tax Credits.

This guide looks at how schools can help parents ind out about the financial support available for childcare to enable them to work or train – and at the same time make extended childcare
services more affordable and sustainable.

• Working Tax Credits Guide...
• How Working Tax Credits can help families in your school. A report conducted by 4Children on behalf of the DCSF.   

Liz Morgan
Extended Schools Area Development Manager
Abingdon Partnership