Fees & Funding
How our sessions, prices and funded places work.
Sessions and prices
We're open Monday to Friday, term time only. If you're paying privately, we charge £5 an hour.
Morning
Afternoon
Full day
Full day children bring a packed lunch and stay for dinner with us. We ask for a minimum of two sessions a week, as this helps your child settle and learn.
Funded places
Government funding can cover some or all of your child's time with us. Funding usually starts the term after your child's birthday.
15 free hours for 2 year olds
For 2 year olds from families who aren't working, or who receive certain benefits. Tameside will usually send you a postcard if you may be eligible.
30 free hours for 2 to 5 year olds
For working families with children aged 2 to 5. You apply through the government's Childcare Choices service and give us your code.
When funding starts
| Birthday on or before | Funding from |
|---|---|
| 31 August | Autumn term (September) |
| 31 December | Spring term (January) |
| 31 March | Summer term (April) |
How to apply
For 2 year funding, apply online or call Tameside Family Information Service on 0161 342 4260. For 30 hours, apply at childcarechoices.gov.uk.
Not sure if you qualify? Get in touch and we’ll help you check.
Paying fees
Fees are paid on a Monday, or the first day your child attends that week. Fees still apply if your child is absent, except for long-term illness or a hospital stay.
Snack donation
We provide a healthy snack and milk or water every day, and ask for a £1 a week donation towards it.
Pupil Premium
If your child qualifies for free school meals, please let us know. It means we can claim extra funding to support their learning.