This page gives childcare providers a quick overview of Early Education Funded (EEF) places, including key forms, payment dates, guidance, and links to extra funding.
The Disability Access Fund (DAF) gives early years providers a one‑off annual payment to help children with disabilities access their funded childcare. Children are eligible if they receive Disability Living Allowance and are taking up a funded early education place.
The Practitioner Hub now contains information on all the training and learning available for all early years practitioners (including childminders) working at a Staffordshire based early years setting.
Through Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) providers could receive up to a maximum of £655.50 annually to improve outcomes for children aged 9 months to 4 years accessing funded childcare. Providers identify eligibility, apply via parent forms, and spend funds on activities, training, or resources that enhance educational progress.
