Condition Improvement Fund (CIF).

What is CIF?

CIF is the annual bidding round offered by the ESFA for eligible academies, sixth-form colleges and non-diocesan VA schools to apply for capital funding. This includes funding projects to address health and safety issues, building compliance and poor building condition. CIF grants are available for poor condition and life expired works to school buildings.

For example you might want to apply for funding for:

• Site security and safeguarding

• Structural repairs and alterations

• Fire and gas safety

• Ventilation and air quality

• Sports facilities

• New or extended classrooms

• Boiler replacement and heating

• Roof and window replacement

• Asbestos removal

• Drainage and water services

• Mechanical and electrical systems

• Expansion projects for high performing schools

Each school is allowed to bid for two eligible projects of up to £4M per project.

How we’ll help you…

We know how to put together successful applications.

We’ll consult with you to assess your site and discuss the priority works. We can advise you on the best projects to bid for and guide you on the best strategy for submission.

The CIF guidelines are very clear about the amount and level of detail required. Don’t worry though, we’ll guide you through this process and submit comprehensive bids, carefully targeting the ESFA guidelines and ensuring you the best possible outcome.