Government's plea to nurseries over free childcare

The video discusses the high cost of childcare and the government's plan to offer 30 free hours a week for working parents of three and four-year-olds. However, the current subsidy does not cover nursery costs, leading to potential financial losses. Nurseries are concerned about the feasibility of the scheme and the pressure to meet public expectations without clear financial support from the government.

What is the government's plan to help parents with childcare costs?

• Offer tax rebates for childcare expenses

• Reduce the cost of daycare by 50%

• Provide an extra 15 hours of free childcare per week

• Increase the number of daycare centers

Why might nurseries face financial difficulties with the new scheme?

• The government subsidy is less than the actual cost of childcare

• There is a shortage of qualified staff

• The demand for nursery places is decreasing

• Parents are unwilling to pay for additional hours

How much does the average nursery lose per child per year under the new scheme?

• £750

• £800

• £500

• £660

What is a concern for nurseries regarding the government's new scheme?

• Lack of trained staff

• High competition from private nurseries

• Increased public expectations without financial backing

• Decreasing number of children

What is the government's current stance on the cost of the new scheme?

• They have announced the total cost

• They are still determining the cost

• They have secured funding from private investors

• They plan to cut other services to fund it