A guidance document issued to councils and schools last week explains how the Department for Children, Schools and Families expects the £1.3bn extended schools budget to be spent.
The money is being distributed through several funds - the Standards Fund, the Area Based Grant, the National Challenge and, during 2008/09, the Sure Start, Early Years and Childcare Grant.
The funds will cover the costs of starting up extended services, help pay for running costs and subsidise activities for children and young people. There is also cash to help provide study support to children in underperforming schools that are part of the National Challenge and money for building and equipment costs faced by primary schools.
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
