How to sign up to The Charter
Information about membership terms and conditions and FREE subscription is available via the Education Essex Online portal.
Quick step guide to subscribing to your Essex Early Years and Childcare Charter membership:
- log in to the portal, select the ‘Store’ from the main menu and scroll down to the ‘Contracts’ section (if you do not already have an account request a new account)
- select ‘Essex Early Years and Childcare Charter 2025 - membership’
- select ‘Add’ to your shopping basket
- select ‘Proceed’ to shopping basket
- select ‘Complete pre-purchase form’
- ensure you read the terms for the Charter and privacy policy then complete the questionnaire and press ‘Save’
- accept the basket terms and conditions and click ‘Buy now’ (please note although it says ‘buy’ there is no cost involved!)
NB: Charter membership is FREE, but the contract MUST be checked out of the basket for your membership to be renewed.
What next?
Once you have subscribed, we will send you a welcome email along with your Charter membership pack which includes a digital membership badge within 1 month. As part of the pack, there will be information to share with parents so you can celebrate your membership status with your families. Throughout your membership we will communicate with you via email, invite you to networks and forums, and send you further communication on relevant topics.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us at EarlyYearsCharter@essex.gov.uk