Nursery Placing Request

Early Learning and Childcare Application Process

Parents/carers can apply for a Local Authority school Early Learning and Childcare (ELC)/Nursery place online.

The application period is from 12 noon on 30 January 2023 to 14 February 2023.

Before you apply please read the ‘Early Learning and Childcare Guide: 1140 Hours 2023 -2024’ guide.

Parents/carers whose child does not have a place in the current session (August 2022 - July 2023) will need to apply using the online form.

Parents/carers with a child/children continuing at their local authority school Early Learning and Childcare (ELC)/Nursery setting (continuers) do not need to reapply. ELC/nursery staff will contact parents/carers whose children are eligible to continue to discuss which sessions are required.