The DfE is seeking expressions of interest from providers with an 'outstanding track record' who are willing to work closely with a local authority to open a new setting in a disadvantaged area.
The aim of the potential project is to encourage more outstanding provision in deprived areas, improve children's outcomes and demonstrate how early years providers, working with local authorities - which are also being recruited by the DfE - can use different business models to achieve this.
While the DfE is looking to secure financial support for the project, it is particularly keen to hear from providers who are prepared to operate on a social enterprise or not-for-profit basis.
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