Early Years providers across the West Midlands are being invited to join Sure Start for Success, a fully funded, four-part programme designed to help nurseries, childminders and early learning organisations strengthen funding opportunities and embrace innovation.
Delivered by Business Growth West Midlands, Investment Readiness, in partnership with Sandwell Council, the programme offers practical tools and expert guidance to help providers become more resilient, competitive and investment ready.
Supporting growth
Over four sessions, participants will gain insights from sector specialists on key topics, including:
- Boosting occupancy and maximising revenue
- Standing out against local competition
- Managing costs and improving cash flow
- Funding and scaling big ideas
Alongside expert talks, each session includes networking opportunities to share experiences and challenges with other providers across the region.
Guest speakers will include leading voices in Early Years innovation and practice, such as:
- Kelly Hill & Stacey Mann (The Early Years Company) – specialists in sustainability and workforce development
- Clare Hunter (Poppys Early Years) – expert in SEND provision
- Mehrdad Sadraei (SWAI Ltd) – marketing partner using AI-driven solutions
Dates and themes
- 26 September – Filling Every Seat: Boosting Occupancy & Maximising Revenue
- 3 October – Standing Out in the Playground: Winning Against Local Competition
- 10 October – Counting the Pennies: Managing Costs & Improving Cash Flow
- 17 October – Growing Pains to Growing Gains: Funding Your Big Ideas
All sessions will be held at our Sandwell Start-Up Hub, Jack Judge House, Oldbury (B69 9EN) and run from 8:30am – 12:00pm.
With just 20 spaces available, this is a unique opportunity to gain tailored support for your organisation.
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