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About Our Fees
Government Funded Childcare
Most of our families join us under the ‘stretch’ government-funded scheme, allowing funded hours to be spread across 51 weeks of the year. This works out at 11 hours per week (15 hours term-time) or 22 hours per week (30 hours term-time).
Additional Charges
Our fees are broken down into hourly rates, food, and our Premium Package, so you can see exactly what you are paying. To learn more about these additional costs, please click on the link.
Fees
Morning Session
8 am - 1 pm (5 hours)
Non-Government Funded Hours / Government Funded Hours
£7.45/ £0 per hour
Hourly Rate (x5)
Breakfast, Snack, Two-Course Dinner
£7.50 per morning session
Due to allergy considerations, we are unable to accept packed lunches. To opt out of food, see Opt Out of Food Fees.
Premium Package
£1.50 per morning session
Includes: Movement & Mindfulness weekly sessions, Earth Explorers weekly sessions, Thoughtful Food bi-weekly sessions, and weekly Makaton. Plus, a toothbrush, Sun cream, Sun hat and T-shirt. If you are government-funded, you can opt out of our Premium Package.
Nappies & Wipes
50p per morning session
Optional
Total Cost (Non-Government Funded Hours/ Government Funded Hours)
£46.75/ £9.50 per morning session
Afternoon Session
1 pm - 6 pm (5 hours)
Non-Government Funded Hours / Government Funded Hours
£7.45/ £0 per hour
Hourly Rate (x5)
Snack & Tea
£3.00 per afternoon session
Due to allergy considerations, we are unable to accept packed lunches. To opt out of food, see Opt Out of Food Fees.
Premium Package
£1.50 per afternoon session
Includes: Movement & Mindfulness weekly sessions, Earth Explorers weekly sessions, Thoughtful Food bi-weekly sessions, and weekly Makaton. Plus, a toothbrush, Sun cream, Sun hat and T-shirt. If you are government-funded, you can opt out of our Premium Package.
Nappies & Wipes (Optional)
50p per afternoon session
Total Cost (Non-Government Funded Hours/ Government Funded Hours)
£42.25/ £5.00 per afternoon session
Full Day Session
8 am - 6 pm (10 hours)
Non-Government Funded Hours / Government Funded Hours
£7.45/ £0 per hour
Hourly Rate (x10)
Breakfast, Snack (morning & afternoon), Two-Course Dinner & Tea
£10.50 per day
Due to allergy considerations, we are unable to accept packed lunches. To opt out of food, see Opt Out of Food Fees.
Premium Package
£3.00 per day
Includes: Movement & Mindfulness weekly sessions, Earth Explorers weekly sessions, Thoughtful Food bi-weekly sessions, and weekly Makaton. Plus, a toothbrush, Sun cream, Sun hat and T-shirt. If you are government-funded, you can opt out of our Premium Package.
Nappies & Wipes (optional)
£1.00 per day
Total Cost (Non-Government Funded Hours/ Government Funded Hours)
£89.00/ £14.50 per day
We may be able to offer earlier starts. Ask us for more details.
Term-Time Only
For Pre-School only (ages 3-5)
9 am - 3 pm * Only Available at Wootey, Alton, not Holybourne nursery
Non-Government Funded Hours / Government Funded Hours
£7.45/ £0 per hour
Hourly Rate (x6)
Snack, Two-Course Dinner
£6.00 per day
Due to allergy considerations, we are unable to accept packed lunches.
Premium Package
£3.00 per day
Includes: Movement & Mindfulness weekly sessions, Earth Explorers weekly sessions, Thoughtful Food bi-weekly sessions, and weekly Makaton. Plus, a toothbrush, Sun cream, Sun hat and T-shirt. If you are government-funded, you can opt out of our Premium Package.
Total Cost (Non-Government Funded Hours/ Government Funded Hours)
£53.70/ £9.00 per day
Term-Time is for 38 weeks of the year. 15 term-time funded hours per week equate to 5 half days, and 30 term-time funded hours per week equate to 5 full days. Please note, we have very limited availability.
Opting out of food
For Government Funded Families 'Only'
Session times: 9 am - 12 noon or 1 pm - 4 pm
Government Funded Hours
£0
Snack
50p per 3-hour session
Premium Package
£1.50 per 3-hour session
Includes: Movement & Mindfulness weekly sessions, Earth Explorers weekly sessions, Thoughtful Food bi-weekly sessions, and weekly Makaton. Plus, a toothbrush, Sun cream, Sun hat and T-shirt. You can opt out of our Premium Package.
Nappies & Wipes (Optional)
50p per 3-hour session
Total Cost for a 3-hour session
£2.50 per 3-hour session
Please note, we have very limited availability.
monthly estimates
15 hours of funding - stretched to 11 hours per week (51 weeks of the year)
Pricing Disclaimer: The examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and do not take into account the varying number of days in each calendar month; therefore, actual monthly invoices may differ slightly. These estimates include food and our premium package but exclude nappies and wipes, which are optional additional charges. All estimates are subject to change. We reserve the right to amend our pricing from time to time.
One AM session
£36.00 per month
(8 am - 1 pm). Minimum session per week is two half days.
One PM session
£18.00 per month
(1 pm - 6 pm). Minimum session per week is two half days.
One Day a Week
£54.00 per month
4 days a month
Two Days a Week
£376.20 per month
8 days a month
Three Days a Week
£728.20 per month
12 days a month
Four Days a week
£1080.20 per month
16 days a month
Five Days a week
£1432.20 per month
20 days a month
30 hours of funding - stretched to 22 hours per week (51 weeks of the year)
Pricing Disclaimer: The examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and do not take into account the varying number of days in each calendar month; therefore, actual monthly invoices may differ slightly. These estimates include food and our premium package but exclude nappies and wipes, which are optional additional charges. All estimates are subject to change. We reserve the right to amend our pricing from time to time.
One AM Session
£36.00 per month
(8 am - 1 pm). Minimum session per week is two half days.
One PM Session
£18.00 per month
(1 pm - 6 pm). Minimum session per week is two half days.
One Day a Week
£54.00 per month
4 days a month
Two Days a Week
£108.00 per month
8 days a month
Three Days a Week
£400.40 per month
12 days a month
Four Days a week
£752.40 per month
16 days a month
Five Days a week
£1104.40 per month
20 days a month
Non-Funded Childcare
Pricing Disclaimer: The examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and do not take into account the varying number of days in each calendar month; therefore, actual monthly invoices may differ slightly. These estimates include food and our premium package but exclude nappies and wipes, which are optional additional charges. All estimates are subject to change. We reserve the right to amend our pricing from time to time.
One AM Session
£185.00 per month
(8 am - 1 pm). Minimum session per week is two half days.
One PM Session
£167.00 per month
(1 pm - 6 pm). Minimum session per week is two half days.
One Day a Week
£352.00 per month
4 days a month
Two Days a Week
£704.00 per month
8 days a month
Three Days a Week
£1056.00 per month
12 days a month
Four Days a week
£1408.00 per month
16 days a month
Five Days a week
£1760.00 per month
20 days a month
Nappies & wipes cost £50p per session (AM or PM)
Additional charges
Enhanced Curriculum
Enhanced Curriculum
Enhanced Curriculum
We offer a Premium Package, carefully designed to enhance your child’s learning experience—because the basic EYFS is only the minimum standard and not enough to fully prepare children for school and beyond. This is optional for Government Funded Families. By opting out, your child may not take part in the enhanced curriculum activities.
Our Food
Enhanced Curriculum
Enhanced Curriculum
We serve home-cooked meals on a three-week rotation, with separate Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter menus. This includes breakfast, morning and afternoon snacks, and a two-course lunch.
Due to allergy considerations, we are unable to accept packed lunches.
Late Fees
Late Fees
Late Fees
Fees are billed monthly in advance and are due on the 1st of each month. A late payment incurs a £25.00 fee, added to your next invoice. Late collection is charged at £1.00 per minute after the booked session ends, also added to your next invoice.
Enrolment
Late Fees
Late Fees
To secure your child’s place, we do ask you to pay an enrolment fee and/or deposit. The amount depends on how you are funding your child’s nursery place with us. Your deposit will be refunded when your child starts with us. Terms & Conditions Apply.
gOVERNMENT fUNDING
Working parent childcare funding
You can apply when your child is 23 weeks old. Your child can begin their nursery placement the term after they become eligible and receive a valid eligibility code. For example, if your child is 9 months old between 1 Sept-31 Dec, you will be able to start using your funded hours from January and you will apply for the funding the term before January.
3-4 year old childcare funding
You can apply from when your child is 2 years and 36 weeks.
For example, if your child's 3rd birthday is between 1 Sept-31 Dec, you will be able to start using your funded hours from January and you will apply for the funding the term before January.
Eligibility Term start dates are 1st September, 1st January, and 1st April.
Once you've found out if you are eligible, you need to apply on the Government's childcare choices website.
First Friends Funding Codes
When you have submitted your application, you will then receive an 11-digit code. You will need to give this code to the nursery manager along with your National Insurance Number.
You may be asked for our EY number, which is our 'Early Years' registration number issued by Ofsted. Wootey, Alton: EY 261 7108
other ways to save
Sibling Discount
We offer a 5% discount on your oldest child’s nursery fees when their younger sibling starts.
Tax Free Childcare
Parents can pay their nursery fees through a Tax-Free Childcare account if they are eligible. For every £8 you pay in, the government will add an extra £2, up to £2,000 per child per year, which is up to £500 every three months.
Tax Credits
Tax credits are available from HM Revenue and Customs, based on your household’s circumstances. You may be able to access help with the cost of childcare if you’re working for a minimum of 16 hours/week. For further information and eligibility, check online:
Childcare Vouchers
We accept childcare vouchers from employers who offer this benefit. These vouchers are tax-free and exempt from National Insurance for employees, while also providing NI savings for employers. Both parents can claim, as long as they are in employment.
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