Education

Childcare explained

We know that the cost of childcare is a big consideration when it comes to families’ schedules and budgets. As childcare is the responsibility of th...

Help with education

If you need help with your child’s education or childcare, where can you turn? AFF Education & Childcare Specialist, Anna Hutchinson explains… ...

Grants that support service children

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust has announced that it has awarded funds of £380,000 to 12 projects, which improve early childhood education and...

Changes to childcare in the UK

In England families have been able to claim 15 to 30 hours of funded childcare for their three to four-year-olds for some time. All children were el...

Planning ahead for education

Every family is aware that a move is likely to result in a new school for their children. AFF Education & Childcare Specialist Anna Hutchinson e...

Childcare challenges

Finding suitable childcare is tricky for many parents but the unique nature of military life can make it more challenging for army families. Jill Mi...

SEND in focus

AFF receives many enquiries relating to SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability), including accessing the most suitable education for your ch...