Other funding for early years providers

The panel will convene at least half termly to consider expression of interests and applications for funding.  It is recommended that an expression of interest or application is submitted as soon as possible so it can be reviewed at the earliest opportunity.

Applicants are reminded -

• All steps to apply for the funding must be followed
• All documentation should be read prior to completing the application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to complete the application in full and provide any further information or documentation where applicable as part of the application process
• An award of funding is not guaranteed
• The possibility to apply for a grant will cease if there is insufficient local authority funding
• This funding cannot be used for Capital Works (unless specified) or contribute towards Reserves

Application steps

1. Submit Expression of Interest where applicable
2. Team meeting or visit may be arranged to discuss application request and options where required
3. If agreed, Application documentation is issued for completion within 6 weeks
4. Application and supporting documentation received
5. Panel review application
6. Outcome disclosed within 5 days of panel

then, if an award is agreed

1. Email confirmation issued
2. Applicant accepts / declines offer

then, if an offer is accepted

1. Contract is issued (where applicable)
2. Contract returned signed
3. Payment processed
4. Monitoring takes places to ensure compliance and conditions are met

Deadline and Panel Dates

The table below details the deadline dates and subsequent panel date.  Documentation received after the deadline will be placed on the next panel agenda.  Please note, panel dates are subject to change.

Should you require any further assistance please email: 

[email protected]