Free Milk For Under 5's Early Years Free Milk Setup
Free Milk for Under 5's Delivered Directly to Your Nursery.
Bright Start Milk helps nursery managers save time, reduce administration and access the Nursery Milk Scheme with dedicated local support, reliable deliveries and a simple registration process.
What is the Nursery Milk Scheme?
The Nursery Milk Scheme is a UK Government-funded programme, operated by the Nursery Milk Reimbursement Unit (NMRU) on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care and Welsh Government.
It entitles children under 5 years who attend approved day care facilities to receive 189ml (1/3 pint) of milk each day, free of charge.
Supporting Healthy Growth from Babies to School Starters
From the youngest babies taking their first steps in childcare through to children preparing for school, the scheme helps ensure they have access to fresh milk as part of a balanced and nutritious diet.
The scheme recognises the important role milk plays in providing essential nutrients, including calcium, protein and vitamins, which contribute to healthy bone development and growth during the early years.
Bright Start Milk helps childcare providers access the Nursery Milk Scheme, ensuring eligible babies and children under five receive their milk while reducing the administration burden on nursery managers and childminders.
About Us
Bright Start Milk is a registered agent of the Nursery Milk Scheme, providing free milk to nurseries, pre-schools and registered childminders across England and Wales.
We work closely with a trusted network of local dairies and local milk delivery partners to ensure eligible children under the age of five receive fresh milk directly at their childcare setting.
Why Choose Bright Start Milk?
✓ Dedicated local support
✓ Reliable milk deliveries
✓ Simple registration process
✓ Assistance with Nursery Milk Scheme administration
✓ No long-term contracts
✓ Friendly and responsive customer service
Our aim is simple:
"to make the Nursery Milk Scheme as easy as possible for childcare providers."
How Do I Apply?
There are just 2 easy steps to apply for free milk:
1 - Download and complete the Bright Start Milk application form here (it requires a hand-written signature) and return to us by email to customer@brightstartmilk.com.
2 - Log on to the NMRU website www.nurserymilk.co.uk and register there selecting Brightstartmilk as your agent. Once we have the application form and confirmation from the NMRU that you have registered onto the scheme, we will be in contact with you to set up your deliveries.