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EY Entitlements: Final funding rates 2025/26

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Feb 27 2025

Following Schools Forum and Cabinet approval, the Early years team are pleased to announce the final rates for Under 2, 2, 3 and 4 year olds.

This includes the:

  • base rate
  • average deprivation supplement
  • early years pupil premium
  • disability access fund

See EY Budget 2025/26

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