Early Years Working with early years and childcare settings in Worcestershire. Early years training Search and book onto training. Early Years Inclusion Children who are known to Worcestershire Pre-school Forum will be offered support as part of the core (free) offer. Early years in schools The early years team provides training, consultancy and commissioned support to early years providers in schools. Nursery Education Funding (NEF) Advice for schools and settings. Find childcare Search for childcare near you. Free childcare for 2 year olds Information about the free childcare that's available for kids aged 2 to 4 years within Worcestershire. Nursery Education Funding and Online Provider Portal Guidance for providers on nursery education funding. Early years SEND Services and support available to parents and families. Early years safeguarding Advice and guidance on safeguarding for schools and settings. Funding to support children with SEND within early years settings Information on funding in schools and settings. Becoming a childminder Are you considering becoming a childminder? Then we can help! Integrated 2 Year Check The integrated review is available to children between 24 and 30 months old. Stay informed and connected Latest updates and the Early Years Bulletin. Meet the Early Years Team Find out who to contact in the Early Years Team.