Funding rates are calculated in the spring term each year. Changes are effective from the summer term of that year.
Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP)
The EYPP element is paid on funded hours claimed for a child eligible for EYPP funding.
Go to the EYPP page for more information about eligibility criteria and how to apply.
Rates from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
Early years funding rates
| Year | Under 2’s rate | Targeted 2’s rate | Working parent 2’s rate | 3 and 4-year-old rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 | £12.31 | £10.02 | £9.02 | £6.30 |
Supplement funding rates
| Supplement type | Funding rate |
|---|---|
| Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) - funding rate for all children eligible for the Early Years Pupil Premium | £1 |
| Deprivation supplement (EYPP eligibility) - supplement to funding rate for all funded hours for all children eligible for the Early Years Pupil Premium | £1 |