The ESFA has said it will shortly be extending apprenticeship non-levy procured contracts to cover the 2021 to 2022 financial year. These allocations will include funding to cover the carry in costs of learners who started on or before 31 March 2021. From 1 April 2021, all new apprenticeship starts will be funded via the Apprenticeship Service. Allocation letters will be issued to training providers via Manage your education and skills funding in early February. Contract extensions will be issued at the end of February. Providers must sign the contract extension before the current contract expires on 31 March 2021. Enquiries can be made via their online form.
