Funded Early Education

For children whose 3rd birthday falls between September 1st to December 31st, a funded place will be provided for the Spring and Summer term.  For children whose 3rd birthday falls between January 1st to March 31st, a funded place will be provided for the summer term. If your child is eligible for both spring and summer terms you can apply from September 2, 2024. You’ll need to apply by October 25, 2024 to be offered a place starting in spring term (January) 2025. If your child is eligible just for the summer term you can apply from October 28, 2024. You’ll need to apply by December 20, 2024, to be offered a place starting in summer term (April) 2025. Both intakes will remain open but any applications received after the above closing dates will be late applications. You can apply online for Funded Early Education. Alternatively paper applications are available by emailing [email protected].