School-based Nursery Capital Grant

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The Department for Education has published its guidance for the next stage of the School-based Nursery Capital Grant programme, covering the period 2027 to 2030. This third phase gives emphasis, on moving from individual school bids to strategic, multi-year proposals led by local authorities.

For local authorities, phase 3 represents a chance to take a strategic, area‑wide view of early years provision and to address gaps that may not have been captured through school‑level bidding in earlier rounds. For schools and maintained nursery schools, the shift to local authority‑led proposals means it is essential to engage early with your local authority to ensure your ambitions are reflected in their plans.

Our eligibility assessment can help you determine your school's readiness and identify areas for development before thefunding round opens. Early preparation is key to success in competitive funding processes.
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Pupil DemandsHow does your current pupil demands demonstrate the need for additional nursery provision in your area, and can you use this as supporting evidence in your proposal?
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Wrap-around/extended usesAre you able to provide dated evidence of parent demand for wrap-around care and extended nursery hours?
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Pupil achievement/attainmentHow can you demonstrate that a new/extended nursery induction into EYFS will positively impact pupil achievement and attainment in further years?
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Parental support From an inclusion perspective, how will your proposed nursery provision address the needs of all parents in your community, particularly those from diverse backgrounds or with children who have Special Educational Needs?
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Wider site/nursery useHow will your proposed nursery interact with other areas of the school, including external areas, and how will you ensure appropriate accommodation?
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Ofsted commentsCan you quote any Ofsted comments in support of all the above, particularly any adverse comments that support our objectives?
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Are there any PPG issues?This is always an important factor, and can provide some compelling evidence.
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How many spaces are you making available?* This field is required.
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Are you considering an expansion to your current nursery or converting space?* This field is required.
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Have you thought about a detailed cost plan?* This field is required.
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Thank you for completing the form. Please fill in your contact details on the next page and a specialist will be in touch with an initial evaluation.
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Organisation Name* This field is required.
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Contact Name* This field is required.
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