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Childcare Cost Splitter

Divide nursery and childminder costs fairly between families — by days used, income, or a hybrid of both. Takes less than a minute.

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How It Works

Three steps to split childcare fairly.

1

Enter the total cost

Enter the total weekly or monthly childcare bill you want to split between families.

2

Choose a method

Split by days used, by income, or use the hybrid method — half equal, half by usage.

3

Enter each family's details

Add days used (and income if using income mode). Results update instantly.

Childcare Cost Splitter
Results update instantly as you type. Not legal advice — consult a solicitor for formal arrangements.

Childcare Details

💡 By Days: Split based on how many days each family uses the childminder.

Who pays what

Total Cost £0.00

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which splitting method should I use?
By Days is fairest when each family pays for what they use. By Income works well when one family earns significantly more. Hybrid (50% equal + 50% by usage) is often the most balanced compromise and is popular with co-parenting arrangements.
Does this work for nanny shares?
Yes — enter the families sharing the nanny, with their respective usage days. The calculator works for any shared childcare arrangement, not just nurseries.
Can I split between more than two families?
Yes — tap "Add Family" to include a third family. Useful for nanny shares with three households.
Is this legal advice?
No. This calculator is a tool to help with informal cost-sharing discussions. For formal childcare arrangements or legal agreements, consult a family law solicitor.
Is my data saved?
No — everything runs in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server.

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The Childcare Cost Splitter is free, instant, and takes less than a minute.

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