Local authorities in England have a legal duty to secure sufficient childcare for working parents or parents who are studying or training for employment, as far as is reasonably practicable. These duties are set out under the Childcare Act 2006.
The document below uses information from a range of sources to provide an overview of the availability of early years provision in Surrey. Information on school-age childcare provision is currently being updated and will be incorporated into this report in the coming months.
For more information, contact the Early Years Commissioning Team email: eycommissioningteam@surreycc.gov.uk
Files available to download
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Childcare sufficiency assessment report 2026 (PDF)
Our sufficiency assessment report contains information about demand for childcare, supply of childcare and gaps in childcare provision in Surrey.