Startup Budget
Plan your early years setting effectively. Add essentials and nice-to-haves to see your total costs.
Polly says
Build your startup budget category by category — I'll keep a running total and share saving tips as you go.
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Health & Safety
First Aid Kit (Paediatric)
Essential
£
Fire Safety Equipment
Essential
£
Premium Air Purifier
Nice-to-Have
£
toys
Toys & Resources
Basic Art Supplies
Essential
£
Sensory Room Equipment
Nice-to-Have
£
Running Total
Target Budget: £2,000
£265
15% of budget used
Essentials Selected
£265
Nice-to-Haves Selected
£0
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Polly's Saving Tips
- check_circle Check local authority grants for startup funding. Many councils offer specific EYFS grants.
- check_circle Charity shops are excellent for sourcing robust wooden toys and hardback books at a fraction of the cost.
- check_circle Consider 'Freecycle' or local parent groups for gently used furniture like low tables or soft seating.