Apply for early education partnerships funding

These partnerships will strengthen relationships between early years settings and schools, helping children transition to reception, feeling confident, prepared and supported, with schools ready to meet each child's needs.

Nurseries, childminders, other early years providers and schools are encouraged to connect with each other in their local area and apply for the development grant, which will help partnerships establish themselves and develop their plans.

Applications will close on Friday 17 July 2026.

We will be running information webinars which will take place on Tuesday 16, Thursday 18 and Tuesday 23 June 2026.

You can find out more about early education partnerships and how to apply.