After at least one cycle of the Graduated Approach, a Setting SENDCO may want to request extra funding to support the child’s access to the setting, Activity led Funding for Inclusion (ALFI). This can be done using the guidance and ‘Activity Led Funding for Inclusion (ALFI) forms – Parts 1 and 2’ found here Early Years additional funding for children with SEND (ALFI and DAF) – Family Hub (torbayfamilyhub.org.uk)

For young children whose parents/carers are in receipt of Disability Living Allowance, Early Years settings can apply for Disability Access Fund.  Guidance, criteria and the application form can all be found here Disability Access Fund (DAF) – Family Hub