Early Learning and Childcare Innovation Awards

Posted on November 27, 2019

The Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) Innovation Awards are now open for applications.

The awards celebrate and highlight innovative initiatives which improve children’s learning, and provides funding and support to further develop them.

Any setting delivering funded ELC can apply for a grant of up to £5,000 to develop their innovative practice.

Up to 10 successful settings will receive funding, training and support from experts to improve and share their success at a national level.

The deadline for applications is Monday 13^th January.

To apply, or for further information (including full eligibility criteria), please visit the Scottish Government website.

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