Children, Families and Youth Grant Determination 2026 to 2027

This is the grant determination for the Children, Families and Youth Grant for 2026 to 2027. This grant is ringfenced for local authorities to provide support for children and families across England, reduce inequalities and break down barriers to opportunity. It underpins key national reforms to children’s social care through the Families First Partnership programme, will help support children and young people from low-income families receive enriching activities and nutritious meals through the school holidays, support access to childcare during term time and the holidays, and improve outcomes for post-16 looked-after children and care leavers.