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The childcare we provide
Seedlings Play & Stay Group A very friendly and welcoming parent & toddler group for under 5's and their parents/carers. No fee; donations only. Term time only. Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:00am Wednesdays 9:30am - 11:00am Thursdays 9:30am - 11:00am Due to high demand, please come to either Tuesday or Wednesday or Thursday, not more than once. Mini Springers Nursery A 51 place sessional nursery, term time only, for 3 to 5 year olds. Mornings: 9:00am - 11:30am Afternoons: 12:30pm - 3:00pm The school term after your child reaches 3 years of age they will receive nursery grant funding and their nursery place will be free. Download an application form here.
Little Lambs Day Care Full Day Care 8am to 6pm. Monday to Friday. For details of fees or for any application form contact us.
S.K.A.T.S. Out of School Clubs Fun and friendly out of school clubs for 8 to 13 year olds. Thursday: Girls' Club 4:30pm - 6:00pm Friday: Mixed Club 4:30pm - 6:00pm Saturday: Boys' Club 10:30am - 12:00pm Subscriptions are 50p per session. Download an application form here.
The different forms of childcare available
Whilst we will do our best to cater for your needs, we only have spaces for certain numbers. If you find that we are unable to fit you in, here is a list of alternative childcare options that you might like to try:
Childminders
- Are self employed and provide care for between one and six children under 8 years old, in the childminder's own home
- May care for additional children aged between 8 and 15 years old
- May drop and pick up children from school or playgroup, and can provide flexible opening times for overnight and weekend care
- Accredited childminders can offer Nursery Education Funded places
- For more information on Childminders or help with paying for Childcare contact the Children's Information service: Telephone 08000 96 02 96
Day Nurseries
- Are private providers offering care for children from 0-5 years
- Children are cared for in age groups, and take part in a wide range of group activities
- Have fixed opening times, and most are open all year round, excluding weekends
- Accredited nurseries are eligible for Nursery Education Funding
Maintained Nursery Settings
- Are based on school sites
- Offer teacher supported learning though play, based around the Foundation Stage (Birth to 3) Curriculum, for 3 and 4 year olds prior to their entry to school
- Open during term time only
Pre-Schools (Playgroups)
- Provide sessional and wrap-around care, and learning through play for pre-school children
- Offer an introduction to group play away from Parents or Carers
- Some may offer Nursery Education Funded places
Crèche
- Provide short term on site care, often based in shopping centres, sport or learning facilities
- Children are cared for while parents attend specific training, sport or leisure facilities
- Most provide care for children aged 0-8 years
Approved Childcarers
- Offers childcare in the child’s own home
- Can be a particular benefit for parents who work unconventional hours, and for children with additional needs
- Parents may benefit from tax credits
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