When, where and how do I make an application for a funded 2 year old placement?
Your child must be 2 years old before you can apply for a placement and you, the parent/carer, must meet at least one of the eligibility criteria detailed below.
Applications can be made online at Eligible 2 year old – South Ayrshire Council
If you are not able to complete the application online please contact Educational Services and a member of the team will be able to assist you with this.
You will be required to upload evidence of your benefit and your child’s birth certificate to support your application. Applications cannot be processed without this information.
| Qualifying benefit for funded 2 year old placement | |
|---|---|
| Income Support | Universal Credit (where net earned income is £885 or less per month) |
| Income-based Job Seekers Allowance | State Pension Credit |
| Incapacity Benefit or Severe Disablement Allowance |
Any income related element of Employment and Support Allowance |
| Child Tax Credit (where household income is £18,725 or less) |
Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 |
| Child Tax Credit & Working Tax Credit (where household income is £8,717 or less) |
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In addition, if the 2 year old in your care is looked after by the Local Authority or the subject of a Kinship Care or Guardianship Order (or has been at any point since turning 2) they are also eligible.
Children of care experienced parents are also eligible for a 2 year old place.
If you do not meet the criteria for a funded 2 year old placement and you feel that your child would benefit from having access to a 2 year old placement due to health reasons, please discuss this with your Health Visitor.
