The Childcare Act 2006 gives local authorities a key role in shaping the childcare market. It reinforces the partnership with providers from the private, voluntary, independent and maintained sectors that are necessary to create a diverse childcare market to meet parental needs.

From April 2008 local authorities have a duty to secure sufficient childcare, so far as it is reasonable practical, for parents in their area.

The first Childcare Sufficiency Assessment was carried out in 2007/08. This and a shorter summary were published in March 2008.

In 2008/09, 2009/10 refreshes were conducted and in 2010/11 a full assessment was carried out to provide a more detailed analysis of supply and demand for childcare in Hackney. All these documents are available here to download. If you require a hard copy you can contact the Family Information Service on 020 8820 7590.

Hackney Childcare Sufficiency Assessment Summary 2011/12
Hackney Childcare Sufficiency Assessment 2011/12
Hackney Childcare Sufficiency Assessment 2009/10
Hackney Childcare Sufficiency Assessment 2008/9
Hackney Childcare Sufficiency Assessment 2007/8
Hackney Childcare Sufficiency Assessment Summary 2007/8