Useful Calculators, Tools, and Helplines

Benefit calculators

Gov.uk Childcare Calculator
Works out which childcare support you can get. Best for comparing Tax-Free Childcare, free hours, and UC childcare element side by side.

Turn2Us Benefits Calculator
Comprehensive benefits calculator covering all UK benefits, not just childcare. Ideal for a full check of everything you could be entitled to.

EntitledTo
Thorough benefits calculator with clear, plain-English results. Great if you want a detailed breakdown.

MoneyHelper Baby Costs Calculator
Helps plan for the costs of having a baby and shows what financial support is available.

Key helplines

Maternity Action
0808 802 0029 (free) - UK's leading charity on maternity rights at work and benefits.

Citizens Advice
0800 144 8848 (England) / 0800 702 2020 (Wales) - Free, independent advice on benefits, housing, employment, and debt.

ACAS
0300 123 1100 - Free, impartial workplace rights advice including maternity and paternity.

NHS 111
Non-emergency medical advice, 24 hours a day. Call 111 or use NHS 111 online.

Online resources worth bookmarking

• Gov.uk Benefits - All government benefits in one place
• MoneyHelper - Free financial guidance for families
• Working Families - Advice on balancing work and family life
• NHS Start for Life - Baby development, feeding, and local services
• Gingerbread - Support for single parents
• Little Village - Free baby clothes and equipment for families in need