The DfE has increased the funding to the first 200 successful applicants, suggesting that the number of successful applications has been lower than anticipated. The application process for the new Apprenticeship Bursary scheme opened on 5 September. Up to 1,000 bursaries are available.
The scheme is part of the Government’s drive to attract high-quality candidates to the profession and is the transitional scheme ahead of the Early Years Educator qualifications in 2014.
Unveiling the plans in May, the DfE said that from September, early years students would be able to apply for up to £1,500 with a further £300 available for more training. Apprentices also need to have a minimum of grade C in maths and English at GCSE. The scheme is run by the National College for Teaching and Leadership.
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