The Scottish Government announced that from 2020 all 3-5 year olds and eligible 2 year-olds will be entitled to 1140 hours of funded childcare.
3-5 year old nursery registration
Applications are open from 6 January to 28 February. Applications received after this date will be considered following the initial allocation of places.
This form should also be used if you are applying for an additional year of ELC to defer entry to primary school.
Online application for school year 2024/2025
Online application for school year 2025/2026 - opens 6 January 2025
Please note: If your child currently attends a local authority nursery place and you wish to keep this, please complete the online form to confirm the pattern of attendance.
Strong Start Two nursery registration
Registration is open for Strong Start Two local authority nursery places.
Please check the Funded early learning and childcare for 2 year olds (Strong Starts) page for eligibility information.
Apply online for Strong Start Two for session 2024-2025
Apply online for Strong Start Two for session 2025-2026 - opens 6 January 2025
Please note: If your child currently attends a local authority nursery place and you wish to keep this, please complete the online form to confirm the new pattern of attendance.
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