Parents Info

 FAQs

  • We take children from 18 months.

  • We provide a healthy mid-session snack in the morning and afternoon. If your child stays for lunch or a full day, they can bring a packed lunch or we provide a cooked lunch for £3. For those staying beyond 4pm please bring a snack or packed lunch.

  • We have a £1 a day voluntary consumable charge and optional cooked lunch for £3.

    If you’re not entitled to funding or wish to pay for additional hours our fees are:

    Under 3s- £6.50 per hour

    3 and over- £6 per hour

  • Absolutely! We encourage prospective parents to arrange a visit and see the preschool in action.

    Contact us to book a visit.

  • We run morning, afternoon, full-day and flexible full-day sessions during school term time and all year round.

    Sessions times are:

    8am-9am: breakfast club, flexible hours

    9am-12pm: morning session

    12pm-1pm: lunch

    1pm-3pm: afternoon session

    3pm-5:30pm: afterschool club, flexible hours

    Term Dates download.

  • Yes, we accept both 15 and 30 hours of government funding. You can also pay for extra sessions.

  • Our Terms & Conditions download explains everything you need to know about places, payments, and policies.

  • Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. Our staff are trained to protect children and follow clear procedures.

  • We recommend sending your child with:

    • A full change of clothes (clearly labelled)

    • Weather-appropriate clothing (coat, hat, sunhat)

    • Waterproofs and wellies (these can be left at preschool)

    • Nappies and wipes if needed (can be supplied in bulk)

  • Every child has a Key Person who supports them as they settle, making sure they feel secure and happy.

  • Yes, our curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, supporting learning and development across all areas.

  • If your child is unwell, please keep them at home until they’re better. We follow Public Health England guidelines which explains how long children need to stay at home. In addition we have our own policies and procedures which includes common illnesses, such as temperatures.

  • Your child’s Key Person will share regular updates and observations with you, and you’ll have opportunities to talk about their progress throughout the year.