Funding Delivery

Age 2     15 hours free childcare

Some 2-year-olds may be eligible to receive up to 15 hours of government funding, known as the ‘free for two scheme’ (FF2) which is subject to meeting certain eligibility criteria.  Funding may be accessed at the start of the term after their 2nd birthday. For more information, please speak to our Manager.

Age 3 & 4     The Universal Entitlement

All children become eligible for up to 15 hours of free early education from the start of the term after their 3rd birthday. Children can access any or all of their 15 hours between the hours of 8:45am-2:45pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:45am-12:45pm on Thursday and Friday. Children who are due to start school in the next cohort, can also access their funded hours 12.45am – 2.45pm Thursday and Friday. If your child attends more than the free 15 hours, you will be invoiced for the additional hours at £6.50 per hour.

Age 3 & 4     Children of working parents (the extended entitlement)

Some children may qualify for up to an additional 15 hours free early education which is subject to meeting certain eligibility criteria.  For more information please speak to our Manager.

Funded Places for 2 Years Olds (FF2)