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With the early years sectors' needs in mind


Annual Communication Champion Workshop | 1st July 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm

01-07-2026

Communication is everyone's responsibility! The workshop is an opportunity for new and experienced Communication Champions to come together, reflect on communication and language in your setting, school or service and share experiences, news and updates. This annual workshop is in addition to the termly Communication and Language updates at the Early Years and Childcare Briefing.

Services

Information about our Early Years Foundation Stage offer for the early years and childcare sector and our Start Well services for families.

Funding

Details regarding a range of funding streams from the Department for Education to enable children to access high quality childcare provisions.

Resources

Resources to support the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage for the early years and childcare sector.

Latest news

Claim an Early Years Teacher Recognition Payment

12 Jun 2026

The early years teacher recognition payment is a payment of £4,500 after tax for eligible early years teachers working in group-based settings that offer early education entitlements.

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Bolton Council Mental Health Training Programme 2026-2027

10 Jun 2026

Available to anyone who works or volunteers in Bolton. These sessions are free to attend.

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Start Well Course Overview 2025/26

2 May 2025

Key training dates for Bolton Early Years Providers in Schools, Daycare, Out of Schools Clubs and Childminders.

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