Initially established as a one year grant in 2011, the Early Years Early Action Fund, delivered by Inspiring Scotland in partnership with the Scottish Government, has now been extended until March 2013, providing more opportunities for children and families to benefit.
Around 6,000 children have benefited from the Early Years Early Action Fund so far.
The Scottish Childminding Association (SCMA) was one of 24 charities to receive a share of the £6.8m funding last year, which it used to set up more Community Childminding Services in Stirling and Fife.
Community Childminding Services support families in crisis or provide early intervention as a preventative measure. The services can be accessed by parents referred by social or health workers.
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