Applicant Pack

You can apply for the Development Programme from 9 September.

To apply for the programme you will need to submit the relevant application form which can be downloaded below. There are 3 types of application form: Mainstream, AP and Special.

To recieve extra funding for collecting evidence of demand you will need to have set up a separate company limited by guarantee. You will also need to do this before you submit your application to the DfE. If you have already done this please submit your company number and copies of your memoranda and articles of association.

When completing the application form we suggest you read our detailed application guide for Free School Applicants. We will be testing many of the things that the DfE later looks for.