Many ECD owners cannot legally register because their infrastructure does not meet the minimum requirements. Registration issues relate to compliant structures, zoning, approved buildings plans, sufficient space, health and safety, and sanitation requirements. Centres must also offer an approved daily programme to get registered (which is why step 2 is essential). An investment in meeting these minimum infrastructure requirements could potentially unlock a government subsidy, which in turn can make the low-fee centre financially self-sustainable.
In Step3 ECD Centres get everything from the previous steps, plus qualifying ECD centres apply to receive a micro-loan for infrastructure upgrades to help achieve registration requirements and improve the early learning environment.
We’ll provide virtual business mentoring through WhatsApp and online training to help take your small business to the next level.