Funding - Questions & Answers
1) When is my child eligible
If your child is 3 years old by:
31 March- available in summer term.
31 August- available in autumn term.
31 December- available in spring term.
2) Do I have to do anything ?
No, we will do everything for you when all relevant paper work arrives we will ask you to check and sign a form, which we will then send off!
3) Do I have to declare my earnings?
No the education grant funding is available for every 3 year old child.
4) My child attends another pro-vision (i.e. nursery class/early years center) - will I still get funding?
Sorry-No
5) How much will I get?
It depends on what is in "the pot". On average it Is between £7 and £8 towards each session (Maximum 5 sessions).
E.g. Full Time 10 sessions
5 sessions x £7:00 = £ 35:0O weekly
2 full days =4 sessions
4 sessions x £7:00 = £ 28:00 weekly
6) When will I get it?
It Is sent to us every 6 weeks and will be divided over the next 3 Invoices.
7) How does it work if I pay direct debit or standing order?
If you like you can contact head office direct on 0161 941-7331, they will give you a new monthly payment.
8) Does my child receive this until they leave for school?
Yes, However funding is only available during termtime.
PLEASE REMEMBER FULL FEES
ARE DUE DURING SCHOOL
HOLIDAYS.
Full copies of the Salford early years development & childcare partnership policy on funding for three year olds is available from:
Salford Childrens information Minerva House, Pendlebury Road, Swinton, Manchester, M27 4EQ