Bolton Start Well

The early years entitlement expansion is being rolled out in stages and will complete in September 2025 when eligible families will be able to access up to 30 hours per week of early education, from the term after their child turns 9 months old. This is called the 'Working Parent Entitlement'.

Bolton Council: Early Years Education Grant Funding Opportunity 

Bolton Council is pleased to invite applications for capital grant funding to support the expansion of early years education across the borough.

This funding aims to deliver an increase in early years education places where they are most needed, while ensuring value for money.

Applications will be prioritised in areas identified as having a greater need, based on the findings of the local sufficiency audit and data from the Department for Education. Special consideration will be given to projects that will help address the gaps in provision and support parents in areas with limited current childcare options.

The grant stream available:

• Early Years Capital Grant

When to apply

Applications are open from Friday 11th October 2024 until 5pm on Friday 6th December 2024

How to apply

To apply for these grants, applicants must first create an account on The Chest, the North West’s Local Authority Procurement Portal, where full guidance is available in the ‘How Do’ documents.

Please note that applicants will be required to undergo additional checks, including Health and Safety, insurance and due diligence assessments, to support their applications.

We encourage all eligible providers to apply and contribute to ensuring access to quality childcare provision across Bolton.

To apply, visit: Bolton Council: Wraparound Childcare Grant Funding Opportunity. 

Contact

For more support, contact Bolton Start Well Service or:

• Carley.stringer@bolton.gov.uk
• Elaine.gilroy@bolton.gov.uk