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Unlock Crucial Funding For Your School

At Charles Garth, we understand the critical importance of maintaining safe and conducive learning environments for educational institutions. Leveraging our extensive experience as a trusted consultancy services provider, we are pleased to present our specialised education service. Charles Garth can assist eligible academies, sixth-form colleges, and voluntary-aided (VA) schools in accessing capital funding through the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) program.

The CIF program, administered by the Department for Education (DfE), provides an invaluable opportunity for educational institutions to secure essential capital funding. These funds address significant condition needs, including health and safety concerns, building compliance, and rectifying structures in poor condition. Additionally, CIF supports select expansion projects, specifically targeting academies, sixth-form colleges, and VA schools rated as “good” or “outstanding” by Ofsted, provided they can demonstrate a compelling need for expansion.

Successful applications must demonstrate a high project need and align with CIF priorities. At Charles Garth, we have a proven track record of winning bids for our clients and are involved throughout the process leading to higher success rates.

Stress-free Success: We handle the entire application process, from project selection to final submission, freeing your staff for critical school operations
Proven Track Record: Our experienced team boasts a high success rate, thanks to our deep understanding of CIF priorities and thorough attention to detail
Expertise at Your Fingertips: We leverage the skills within our team, including chartered building surveyors, project managers, and funding specialists, ensuring your bid is flawless
Strategic Solutions: We work closely with you to identify top-priority projects and tailor your application to achieve maximum impact
Invaluable Guidance: We provide expert advice on every step, from condition surveys to cost estimates, ensuring a comprehensive and compelling bid
Peace of Mind: We handle all deadlines and paperwork, keeping you informed and confident throughout the process

Comprehensive Bids For The Best Chance Of Success

The competition for CIF funding is very high, with only around 33% of applications accepted each year. At Charles Garth, we can work with you to begin preparing your bid well in advance and gather the comprehensive data and evidence needed for a winning proposal.

Securing vital CIF funding hinges on a strong bid, and bid scoring revolves around three key areas:

Project Need: Show them why it matters, and why now
Project Planning: Demonstrate thoroughness and feasibility
Project Cost: Prove value and responsible budgeting

At Charles Garth, we have proven experience in working with educational institutions to submit high-scoring CIF applications with our comprehensive approach:

Needs Assessment: We conduct thorough assessments of existing infrastructure to identify and prioritise areas requiring improvement or expansion, aligning closely with the eligibility criteria outlined by the DfE.
Application Preparation: Assisting in meticulous preparation of CIF applications, ensuring adherence to all requisite guidelines and providing strategic insights to enhance the competitiveness and effectiveness of your proposals.
Project Planning and Documentation: Supporting the development of robust project plans and comprehensive documentation, encompassing every detail necessary for successful CIF applications.

Don’t miss out on funding opportunities. We understand the challenges schools face, and we’re dedicated to helping you create a safe, modern, and inspiring learning environment for your students.

Condition Improvement Fund (CIF)

Unlock Crucial Funding For Your School

Comprehensive Bids For The Best Chance Of Success

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