Purpose

The council receives the ring-fenced dedicated
schools grant (DSG) to fund the early years funding formulae. The
contents of the formula are highly regulated by the Department for
Education (DfE). The council is to decide the local formulae after
considering the recommendations of the Schools Forum.

Content

RESOLVED that: -
Cabinet approve the new
EYSFF for 2024-25
Voting:
Unanimous
Portfolio Holder:
Children and Young People
Reason
The recommendation
demonstrates a balanced position of the funding available for
distribution to the early years sector, support for disadvantaged
children and those with additional needs and funding required for
central council functions.