Research and analysis
School-based nursery capital grant 2024 to 2025: research report
Schools’ experiences of opening new or expanded nursery provision funded by the school-based nursery capital grant.
Applies to England
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The report shares learning from qualitative research with 21 schools funded in phase 1 of the school-based nursery capital grant.
It explores how schools delivered new or expanded provision, including insights into their:
- planning
- implementation
- early operation
To support schools, trusts and local authorities considering similar provision, it highlights:
- key enablers
- common challenges
- practical insights
Updates to this page
Published 25 June 2026