Funding for the Early Years and Childcare Entitlement
Early years funding rates and payments 2025/2026
Funding rates are approved annual, providers should refer to Early Years Funding Rate Briefing Document 2025-2026
If you have any questions, please email Early Years Finance at earlyyearsfinance@bolton.gov.uk
Payment Schedule
- Monthly payments for funded hours
- Termly payments for EYPP and DAF
- Payments are based on validated headcount data
Providers must:
- Submit headcounts by published deadlines