These are often set up in rented buildings such as a village hall. Your local school may also have a room available to rent. This has obvious advantages in forming relationship with and the children’s transition to the school, and who may already have older siblings in school.
Expanding Existing Provision
Northamptonshire EYCC do offer grants to expand existing hours to 3 and half to allow take up of Early Education Funding. This could be for one or more sessions per week – giving settings the chance to extend their hours gradually, in accordance with need.
Where to go for advice
Pre-school Learning Alliance (PLA) – Contact Northamptonshire Branch on 01604 494200 for your local contact, or visit their website, see related links below.
Useful publications
The PLA have a range of literature available about setting up facilities, equipment etc.