Early years education and childcare Information, advice and guidance about children aged 0 to 5 years. Best start for children 0 to 5 years Information for parents and families with children aged 0 to 5 years. Early years information for professionals and childcare settings Information for professionals and early years or childcare settings in 51²èÂ¥. Childcare Information about the different types of childcare, information on choosing the right type of childcare and the funding available. SEND in the early years (0 to 5 years) Services and support available to families with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) children age 0 to 5 years.