Frequently asked questions for childcare providers

These frequently asked questions will advise providers on how they can offer early education funded (EEF) places. Providers should also refer to the current Provider Agreement 2025.

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Parent declaration forms and privacy notices - consent to claim for funded hours on behalf of parents

Provider must ensure the parental declaration and privacy notice is completed for each funded child each term and signed by the parent/s.

The form not only gains consent for providers to claim the amount for funded hours as agreed between parent and providers but is also GDPR compliant and protects a provider in sharing personal information with the council.

Providers should keep parent declaration form securely and they only need to be shared if requested by the council as part of a dispute or audit.

An example form and guidance video on how to complete of the forms in available in the above link.