Local Authorities are required to consult with early years providers and Schools Forum with any proposed changes to their Early Years Funding Formula. Under very tight DfE timelines, a consultation took place between 20 December 2024 and 19 January 2025. Taking account of the outcomes of the consultation proposals matching the decision below were supported by Schools Forum on 7th February 2025.
This will be implemented from 1 April 2025.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 19/02/2025
Decision due: 17 Feb 2025 by Executive Director for Children and Families (DCS)
Lead member: Portfolio Holder for Children's Services (Statutory responsibility for children)
Lead director: Executive Director for Children and Families (DCS)
Department: Children (stat)
Contact: Debbie Lea, Childcare Sufficiency Manager, Learning and Early Support 01484 221000 Email: debbie.lea@kirklees.gov.uk.
Members/Officers Involved: Tom Brailsford, Executive Director for Children’s Services