General information

Everything you need before you start

Our approach, our funding options and our fees, all in one place, in plain English.

How we teach

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
The reading arch and cosy corner where new families start their settle sessions

Paying for your place

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:

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

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.

Check what you're entitled to on GOV.UK

Our fees

From April 2026
School House Day Care Collections 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)

Flexible hours

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.

Registration deposit

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.

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

Joining us

How registration works

    1

    Enquire with us

    Call, email or send us a message.

    2

    Book a tour

    Come and see the rooms in action.

    3

    Complete starter forms

    Everything you need, in one pack.

    4

    Book a settle session and meet the team

    As many visits as your child needs.

    5

    First day!

    Daily updates from the moment they arrive.

Come and see us

Questions about funding or hours?

Our team will happily talk you through funded hours, Tax-Free Childcare and how to build a pattern that fits your week.