Some nurseries provide places for children under two years. You can also purchase childcare for children under two years at all of our partner providers. Children may also be referred to us by social work or health if they are Care Experienced.
There is a range of models available to ensure that all children can access their entitlement to
1140 hours of early learning and childcare. Parents and carers can apply for the ELC which suits their family best. We try to make sure that everyone gets what they choose. However, there is no guarantee of this. Funding Follows the Child means that you can choose a nursery for your child; a place will be allocated if one is available.
Application and Enrolment Form
For more information on the application process you can call 01389 737309 or email: earlyearscas@west-dunbarton.gov.uk
Your application will be assessed against the priority criteria. Every effort will be made to meet your preference. However, this will be dependent on places available and the priority given to applications. An Admission’s Panel will make the decision based on the admissions criteria.
A ballot may be necessary if the number of applications received is greater than the number of places available. Likewise, a ballot will be held for any available places for ante pre-school children living in the nursery community.
Please ensure the address given is the child’s permanent place of residence. If you are offered a place, you will be notified in writing and asked to confirm your acceptance of a place. You will then be invited to attend the allocated nursery with proof of your child’s identity and address (birth certificate and evidence of address) before your child is due to start. This is known as enrolment.