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 General Information

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Our Approach

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, with a strong child-led ethos, this means that we;

  • Follow each child’s natural interests and pace of learning

  • Encourage independence and problem solving

  • Celebrate diversity and individuality

  • Provide enriching experiences that nurture curiosity

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Policies and Procedures

Our policies and procedures will help us ensure that we provide the best childcare provision that complies with the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage (EYFS).

 

Please follow the link below for our policies and procedures. Copies are also available in hard copy for all parents and staff of the School House Daycare. Please ask a member of staff. 

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Funding

We accept Tax-Free Childcare payments and government-funded childcare hours for eligible children from 9 months old.

To find out what childcare funding you may be eligible for, please visit the government childcare calculator: https://www.gov.uk/childcare-calculator

 

Invoices are issued monthly to parents and carers. Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date, unless otherwise stated.

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We accept the following payment methods:

  • Tax-Free Childcare

  • Childcare vouchers

  • BACS payments

  • Cash

If you have any questions about funding or payments, our team will be happy to help.

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Fees


From April 2026:

  • Under 2’s – £7.50 per hour

  • Over 2’s – £7.00 per hour

  • Hot Lunch – £3.00

  • Packed Lunch – £2.00

  • Hot Tea – £3.00

  • Breakfast / Afterschool / Holiday Club – £7.00 per hour

  • Late Collection Charge – £1 per minute (after a 10-minute grace period)

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We aim to be as flexible as possible for our families. We do not have set session times, and wherever possible, we are happy to tailor hours to suit your individual needs, subject to availability. Funded hours can also be used at times that work best for you, rather than within fixed sessions.

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A registration holding deposit fee of £100 is required to secure your child’s nursery space.

The deposit will be refunded as a deduction from your first month’s nursery invoice. Please note, if you choose not to take up the allocated place, the deposit is non-refundable.

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Cancellations:

  • Cancel within 28 days of start date – 75% refund (£75)

  • Cancel within 14 days of start date – 50% refund (£50)

  • Less than 14 days’ notice – 0% refund

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