Register for Early Learning and Childcare
South Ayrshire Council is committed to providing a high quality early years experience for every child. Our Early Years Centres and Funded Providers offer a nurturing, caring and child friendly environment where practitioners follow national guidelines for the care and learning of children aged 0-5 years encouraging learning through play.
When and How do I apply?
Early years registration is week of the 6th March 2023. Places for early learning and childcare are not allocated by school catchment areas. Applications can be made on line.
When will my child be eligible to start early learning and childcare?
4 Year Olds
If your child’s date of birth is on or between 1 March 2019 and 29 February 2020
He/she will be eligible for a funded early learning and childcare place from August 2023
3 Year Olds
If your child’s date of birth is on or between 1 March 2020 and 28 February 2021
He/she will be eligible for a funded early learning and childcare place as set out as follows:
| 1 March 2020 – 31 August 2020 | from August 2023 |
| 1 September 2020 – 28 February 2021 | The first Monday after their third birthday (unless a public holiday or in-service day) |
For children with a DOB from 21 August -31 August funding can start from the day of their 3rd birthday.
Apply (August 2023 – July 2024)
To complete the application you may be asked for the following:
- A scan or photo of:
- Your child’s birth certificate
- Proof of residence (current council tax notice or recent utility bill)
APPLY HERE:
Early Years Registration (3 to 5 years) August 2023 – July 2024
A separate application is required per child.
Please view this short video highlighting some key information for registration.
If you are unable to submit an on line application please contact your preferred Early Years Centre
or
Educational Services 01292 612162 edservicesELC@south-ayrshire.gov.uk
Please note places are allocated according to our admissions priorities, below, and not on a first come first served basis.
Applications for children who reside out with South Ayrshire Council : Children who live out with the boundary of South Ayrshire Council can make an application to a South Ayrshire Council Early Years Centre or Funded Provider.
