CCO has extensive experience supporting clients with applications for grant funding from a wide range of sources, including the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF), School Condition Allocation (SCA), Devolved Formula Capital (DFC), Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), and the School-Based Nursery Capital Grant (SBN). We have an exceptional track record of securing funding from the Department for Education (DfE) and other funding bodies, having successfully obtained millions of pounds for our clients for projects that maintain, develop, and improve school buildings and estates.

Our specialist team provides expert advice throughout the entire grant application process, from assessing project suitability and interpreting funding guidance to understanding assessment criteria. We can prepare detailed, robust funding bids that clearly align with the improvement priorities of your buildings and wider estate.

Early project planning is critical to maximising the likelihood of a successful grant application bid. Increasingly, the DfE and other funding bodies require independent specialist reports and competitive tenders from contractors. Allowing sufficient time to collate this information and develop comprehensive bid documentation significantly improves the chances of securing funding.

Funding opportunities for schools, academies, and colleges are continually evolving, with new initiatives introduced on a regular basis. Our team actively monitors and identifies emerging grant funding opportunities to help clients secure vital investment for the ongoing development and improvement of their estates.

Securing funding is just the start of the journey. CCO will design and manage your project from inception through to completion, supporting you at every stage of the process.