Funded places

This page gives childcare providers an overview of Early Education Funded (EEF) places, including key forms, payment dates, guidance, and links to extra funding.

Funded places

Provider agreement and Addendum

View the provider agreement document.  The  Addendum advises providers on the new updates to the provider agreement for summer term 2026, as advised in statutory guidance and should be used in conjunction with the provider agreement.

Funded Childcare Toolkit: a guide for partners and supporters

This guide provides lots of information about the different kinds of funding you might offer and materials to help you promote it.

Additional Guidance 

Video guide - How you can offer funded hours:  

The following video gives a brief overview for providers on some of the main aspects on how funded hours can be offered and flexibility.

Video guide - Charging

The following video gives provider a brief insight regarding additional charges, what can be charged for, considerations and invoicing. 

 

 

Frequently asked questions for practitioners and professionals

View our frequently asked questions