Purpose

This Report provides an update on the phased
implementation across Flintshire, the number of children approved,
and the funding provided by Welsh Government for 2025-26.

Content

(a)     
That Members support the current progress and impact of the Flying
Start two-year old childcare programme (which provides  funded early years childcare from the term
following a child’s second birthday) and its contribution to
reducing inequalities and improving outcomes for children and
families; and

 

(b)     
That Members agreed to the proposed extension of the programme, in
accordance with Welsh Government grant funding allocation and
eligibility criteria, including the confirmed number of places,
ensuring alignment with other childcare programmes, local needs and
strategic priorities for early years childcare provision.