Fees for The Nursery
The Nursery is open from 8.00am until 5.00pm Monday to Friday throughout the year, except for two weeks over the Christmas and New Year period. Our fees include a morning and afternoon snack but do not include lunch or nappies. We ask all parents to supply their own packed meal for lunch and nappies if required. Optional extras may be offered, such as Forest School and Playball, which may incur an additional charge.
Fees are calculated based on full day attendance, as per the table above, and are payable monthly by bank transfer, BACS or childcare voucher. Full fees are charged for holidays and sickness. We accept vouchers from employers’ salary sacrifice schemes. We have averaged the cost across the year, so that the monthly charge remains the same. The rates take into account Bank Holidays so those attending on Mondays and Fridays show an appropriate reduction.
The Nursery fees are reviewed annually, normally in February to be applied in April and we reserve the right to review our fees again in July to be applied in September should the need arise. The Nursery will aim to give parents as much notice of fee changes as possible.
Funded Childcare
The nursery offers up to 11 hours 30 minutes of funded childcare per week (equivalent to 15 hours per week stretched over 50 weeks). Funded childcare can be taken on any two days, Monday to Friday at the following times:
Day One – 8am to 5pm
Day Two – 8am to 10:30am
These funded sessions are completely free, with no additional cost or administrative fees. All funded places are subject to availability.
Parents may choose to extend the second funded day to a full day, although this is entirely optional. If this option is chosen, an additional charge will apply: £66.00 for 2‑year‑olds and £78.00 for children aged 3–4.
We do charge for optional outings. Costs are shared with parents nearer the time, and families may opt out if they prefer.
Optional extras such as Forest School (£12 per weekly session) and Playball (around £8.50 per week, depending on sessions per term) are also available. Session times and prices may vary throughout the year, and parents will be informed of any changes, with the option to opt out at any time.
Early Years Pupil Premium
Information to find out if your child could be eligible for this funding.
Our Fees Policy
To help us provide the best care for your child, we kindly ask that nursery fees are paid monthly in advance, by the 1st day of each month.
Payments should be made by bank transfer or childcare vouchers. Please note that a payment is not considered received until it has cleared into our bank account.
We review our fees once a year and may make changes if needed. If there is any increase, we will always give you at least one month’s written notice before the new fees take effect.
If a payment is missed or delayed, please get in touch with us as soon as possible so we can work together to resolve it. If payment remains outstanding, we may:
• Add interest on the overdue amount at a rate of up to 10% per month, calculated daily from the due date until the payment is received.
• Ask you to cover any reasonable administrative or legal costs we incur in recovering the payment.
• Pause your child’s place temporarily until the account is settled, or in exceptional circumstances, end the childcare place permanently.
We understand that situations can arise unexpectedly, and we’re always happy to discuss any difficulties with you. Please contact us early if you think there might be a delay in payment we’ll do our best to help.
‘Free childcare’ guide for parents : https://ndna.org.uk/childcare-and-early-years-policy/free-childcare-guide-for-parents/
How We Calculate Your Fees
For those children attending The Nursery, 47.5 hours per month will be charged at a special discounted rate. For those eligible for funding, these hours will be provided completely free. Further hours will be charged at an hourly rate dependent on how many days your child is booked to attend – the rate is tapered, so there is a gradual reduction for those attending more days. Details of rates may be provided on request and will appear on your invoice.
Additional Charges
Additional sessions may be purchased, space permitting, at a daily rate of £85.00
A late collection fee of £25 per additional 15 minutes.
Please contact us if you have any questions, or would like more details.