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There are three government-funded early education schemes that offer free childcare for children.  Each of these schemes have an eligibility criteria so its important to check which funded childcare scheme is right for you.  

The local authority must ensure that all providers delivering funded early education places meet the needs of children with SEN and disabled children. In order to do this the local authority has funding arrangements in place so that early education are able to provide suitable support for these children. 

Learn more about Early Years funding on the blocks below:-

 

Funded Childcare

There are three government-funded early education schemes that offer free childcare for children.

SENIF, Pupil Premium & Disability Access Fund

Information on Early Years SEN Funding and how to apply.

Also in this section:

SEN Funding in Mainstream Schools

This information is about funding for special educational needs (SEN) in mainstream schools. This includes academies and free schools.

SEN Funding in Further Education Settings

Information on how further education settings are funded and how to ask for help

Higher Education Funding

The move to university is daunting for anyone, but it is especially so for many students with special educational needs