Early Years Market Development and Sufficiency
Free business support for childcare providers
Running a childcare setting and working with children is rewarding, but it also comes with the unique challenges of overseeing a business.
We provide free tailored business advice to the early years sector, supporting private nurseries, schools, pre-schools and childminders to thrive. Whether you’re starting out, expanding your provision, or looking to strengthen your financial sustainability, we can guide you every step of the way. All support is free of charge.
In addition to this advice, we hold a wide range of data relating to childcare provision in Staffordshire, collected through our regular sufficiency surveys. Our consultants are available to discuss the requirements of your local area to identify areas where additional childcare places would be beneficial.
Results of our most recent Childcare Sufficiency.
What we offer
- Business health check - An informal discussion about your business to help you to identify areas for development
- Expansion or re-organisation - Support and guidance to assist you in providing more childcare places or reducing the age range that your provision caters for
- Financial Planning & Budgeting - Helping you manage costs and plan for growth.
- Marketing support - Ideas and support to identify ways of increasing demand for your service.
- Sustainability Support - Practical advice to keep your setting financially healthy.
Why work with us?
Our experienced team has a wide range of experience and knowledge of the childcare sector in Staffordshire. We understand the pressures childcare providers face and offer solutions that make a real difference.
If you are interested in any of this support, or would like an informal discussion on the types of free support we can offer then please get in touch.
Contact the team
Email: eeac@staffordshire.gov.uk
