Agenda item

Coral presented a report on the proposed new Early Years formula to be implemented from September 2017. She emphasised the LA’s  concern about the fact that the protection means that the LA can lose up to 10% of their funding and has made that comment in the consultation.

It was noted that the consultation response was a joint Schools Forum / LA response.

It is not known when the  consultation results will be published and what changes will be made. Coral Miller also highlighted concerns about all providers being given the same base rate. It was noted that overheads for nurseries and large PVIs for example are high.

It was noted that the DFE has recognised this in the transitional period which is until September 2019 (2 years) by providing a lump sum amount for Nursery provision only.

Phillip Gregory from Baylis Nursery asked a question about the Local Authority’s plans for after the 2 year period. It was noted that this is difficult to assess until the consultation has been completed and the DFE confirms what the final changes will be.

It was noted that the LA will review various models to establish the proposed formula for Slough’s Early Years provision in November.

It was agreed that the Early Years Task Group would be convened once initial work had been done. It was noted that the Council does have a little more time to produce the Early Years formula and that Schools Block will take priority.

It was noted that Pupil Premium will continue, but it has seen a reduction in Slough.

For further information please see the link:

https://consult.education.gov.uk/early-years-funding/eynff