Early Years Funding Entitlement (EYFE) – Inclusive Practice Fund

Early Years Providers can apply for additional funding to support the inclusion of children with additional needs in early education and childcare. This fund is intended to support children in receipt of 2, 3 or 4-year-old funding to access their free entitlement. The Inclusive Practice Fund can be used to enhance staffing or allow staff to access Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.  For more information contact the Early Years SEND team on [email protected] or call 0151 666 3980.

Applying is easy but must be submitted by the setting – just download the application form below and submit to the Early Years SEND team via post, email or drop off. Please ensure that you read the Guidance Notes before applying for the fund.

3-Inclusive Practice Fund FULL Application Form

4-Inclusive Practice Fund SHORT Application Form

5-Inclusive Practice Fund Impact Report

Inclusive Practice Fund Guidance 2022 FINAL