This is a reminder that the deadline is Wednesday 4 May.

The Sector Profile is a very important information source for the DCEDIY and the sector more widely. Your contribution ensures that they have accurate data to inform policy, planning and investment over the coming years.

Please also be advised that completion of the Sector Profile is a necessary requirement in order to access Core Funding later this year when applications open in June. In order to access Core Funding, you must have completed the Sector Profile. It is also possible to complete the Sector Profile and choose not to sign-up for Core Funding.

You can access the Sector Profile by going to My Account > Surveys on you Early Years Hive portal. Support can be found under the ‘Annual Early Years Sector Profile’ heading on the Useful Links page.