A childcare sufficiency assessment compares the demand for childcare in an area with the supply of places. Demand for childcare is based on the number of children in the area and the use of the various types of childcare. By comparing demand with supply, it can be seen whether there is a need for more childcare in an area.
A childcare sufficiency assessment will be of interest to anyone interested in the demand levels and supply of childcare in Rotherham, and anyone considering setting up new childcare provision.
The Childcare Act 2006 places a duty on English local authorities to secure:
- sufficient childcare for working parents
- funded childcare for qualifying children
Childcare providers in Rotherham are run on a private, voluntary or independent basis with the local authority in a ‘market management’ role, providing advice and guidance to current and potential childcare providers.
We produce an annual childcare sufficiency assessment once a year. To request a copy of the current childcare sufficiency assessment please complete our Contact Us form.
