What are the first steps that I need to take if I wish to participate in the new Scheme?
The new Scheme has removed all restrictions relating to the allocation of places. Parents wishing to participate in either or both the new HSBC designated nursery scheme and/or kidsunlimited Childcare Vouchers schemes should approach their preferred childcare provider and arrange the booking of their place direct. It is therefore wholly your responsibility to ensure that any childcare provider which you select is (and remains) a suitable, safe and appropriate carer for your child/ren and are registered or approved (see 19). Parents are advised to secure their childcare place(s) well in advance. You will then need to apply to enrol on the new HSBC Childcare Scheme via kidsunlimited who will be managing the application and payment processes. This can be done from 1 July 2005 onwards via any of the following methods: t: 0845 606 6935 e: HSBCChildcare@kidsunlimited.co.uk w: www.kidsunlimitedhsbcchildcare.co.
