Dear Service Provider,
We are pleased to confirm that AIM Level 7 payments for the 2026/2027 programme call have been processed and should be in bank accounts by 7 September 2026. This marks an important milestone for the 2026/2027 programme year and the introduction of the new streamlined AIM Level 7 application and funding process.
Please note that AIM Level 7 payments for the 2026/2027 programme call will now be made one week in arrears, aligning with ECCE and/or NCS registration and claims.
AIM resources for service providers
A range of supports are available on the AIM Level 7 guidance page in Help & Support:
- The how-to guide on understanding AIM Level 7 Capitations and Allocations is available here.
- The AIM Level 7 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document is available here.
Contact us
For queries regarding the AIM programme, please contact the Early Years Provider Centre (EYPC) by raising a request on the Early Years Hive using the following categories:
- Programme: Select the relevant AIM Level
- Request Type: Application
- Request Type Detail: How To
Kind regards,
The Early Years Team
