The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust has awarded 10 grants from the Armed Forces Families Fund: Early Years programme, to support projects in nurseries and childcare settings.
Anna Wright, CEO of the trust, said: “For Armed Forces families, access to early years education and childcare – from settings which really understand the unique experiences and needs of children in those families – is absolutely vital to giving every child a great start.”
One of the grant recipients was Aldershot Garrison Pre-schools, which has been awarded a grant to provide specialist training for all staff to develop confidence and be prepared to deal with a range of situations, therefore increasing the successful outcome for children academically and socially.
Julie Mounfield, CEO, said: “We are delighted to have been awarded this funding, which will provide our early years staff with specialised training, including SEN training and behaviour management.
“This investment will enhance staff confidence, improve professional standards, and create a more supportive and inclusive environment for the children in our care.”
For more information about these projects and for a full list of awards made in the latest round of funding, go to covenantfund.org.uk
POSTED ON 6 MAY 2025
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