Briefing on Wraparound Childcare for School Governors and Head Teachers
This document (PDF) provides comprehensive guidance on wraparound childcare for school governors and head teachers in England. It covers the definition and types of wraparound childcare, its benefits, implementation strategies, legal and regulatory requirements, and guidance on selecting external providers. The content includes detailed information on conducting needs assessments, developing service blueprints, financial planning, and […]
Business Plan Template and Financial Forecasting Tool for Wraparound Providers
Business Plan Template The Business Plan Template from Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council can be used by providers who are setting up or expanding wraparound provision and may support programme funding applications. View business plan here Financial Forecasting Tool The Financial Forecasting Tool from Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council is a spreadsheet which […]
LA Website with Well Laid-Out Content for Providers Including Application process
Devon County Council’s website is an example of good practice of how information can be presented to wraparound providers. It is well laid out, the provider application process is clearly shown and the use of menus and links means the information is easy to find and does not overwhelm the user. Please note that this […]
Wraparound Project Management Template
This template from Halton local authority provides a comprehensive summary report, containing key elements of the Wraparound programme in one document, including: A summary of recent actions completed. A visual roadmap of the LA’s delivery plan. A copy of the approved delivery plan. Capacity funding plan. Related documents – application form, grant agreement etc. Key […]
Annex E: Government Funded Childcare for Eligible Two-Year-Olds – Toolkit for Providers
This document, created by Hull City Council in April 2024, provides a comprehensive toolkit for childcare providers delivering funded places for eligible two-year-olds in Hull. It outlines the assessment requirements, processes, and best practices for monitoring and supporting children’s development, with a focus on the three prime areas of learning: communication and language, physical development, […]
Template Memorandum of Understanding – Wraparound DfE Programme
This template Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) developed by the Bi-Borough (an Early Adopter) outlines their collaboration with schools for the National Wraparound Childcare Programme funded by the Department for Education. It details funding to expand childcare services from 8 am to 6 pm during term time, supporting parents to work or study. The MoU […]
Funding Opportunities for Providers
A example list from Norfolk County Council of early years funding opportunities available to providers along with template expression of interest forms for prospective applicants. This resource was published in June 2024. Please note that this resource was created by a local authority and shared with Childcare Works. Whilst we strive to provide accurate and […]
Guidance and Resources to Promote Childcare Entitlements
Communications tools from Childcare Choices, to help you promote 30 hours and Tax-Free childcare. Helpful resources include email templates, leaflets, posters and social media content. Note: As of 1 September 2025, the Best Start in Life website (beststartinlife.gov.uk) has officially replaced the Childcare Choices website as the main source of information for early education and […]
Provider Business Planning Support for Local Authorities
Supporting you to PREPARE for the expansion of the early years entitlements. Introduction Our PREPARE package will support local authorities to develop strategic plans for providers; enabling them to deliver the expanded early years entitlements and the national wraparound childcare programme. This has been built around a series of webinars, online meetings and resources delivered […]