Childcare in this country just changed. Permanently.
New government data shows that the cost of a full-time nursery place for a child under two has DROPPED by 52% in just two years — from £305/week to £149/week. Families are saving an average of £8,000 a year per child. Half a million households are now receiving 30 hours of funded childcare. And nearly a third of parents say they’ve been able to increase their working hours as a direct result.
In this episode, Marvyn breaks down:
• The exact numbers from the 2026 Coram Report
• What “funded hours,” “term-time,” and “SENCO” actually mean for your family
• The 4 structural moves government is making beyond the headline
• Why childcare cost is a gatekeeping mechanism — and who it locks out
• 5 questions every parent (and especially every dad) needs to sit with
Whether you’re paying nursery fees right now, thinking about starting a family, or employing people who are — this one’s for you.
Sources: DfE / Coram Family and Childcare Survey 2026
🔗 Full stats and glossary in the show notes below.
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