Gaelic Early Years Grants Scheme Opens to Applications!
Bòrd na Gàidhlig have launched the 2024/25 Gaelic Early Years Scheme, with funding provided for early years groups across Scotland to deliver Gaelic sessions.
The scheme is open to all voluntary and third-sector groups, with support up to £5,000 available for groups that meet weekly, and up to £15,000 available to groups that meet more regularly.
This year’s scheme would specifically like to support groups that can show how they will achieve the following outcomes:
- Ensuring that children and families have sustained access to Gaelic early years provision
- Increasing the number of children continuing with Gaelic-medium learning at key transition stages
- Helping more families in Scotland become aware of the benefits of bilingualism and the opportunities offered by Gaelic-medium education
- Helping parents become better informed on resources and opportunities to support and interact with their children through Gaelic in homes and communities
Two information sessions will be delivered to provide you with an opportunity to learn more about the scheme, get support with filling out application forms, and to ask any questions you may have. You can find more information about the sessions and register to attend on Eventbrite.
The Scheme Guidance and further information is available here.