Session Fees

  • Charges do not apply during the four weeks the nursery is closed.
  • Fees are non-negotiable and there is no discount for subsequent children from the same family.
  • Four working weeks notice must be given if your child no longer needs their nursery place. Fees will apply if not given.
  • Penalty fees are charged for children collected after 6pm.
  • Fees do not include nappies or formula milk.
  • Fees are applicable if your child is absent due to all periods of absence including holidays and illness.
  • Hours taken above any funding entitlement are charged at £8 per hour
  • Meals are charged separately at £3 per day

Payment Methods

Fees are paid in the following ways: cash, online bank transfers, standing orders and child care vouchers. The nurseries are registered with Tax Free Childcare.

Help with childcare costs

The Government may be able to help you with your childcare costs through the childcare element of the working tax credit. How much help you get depends on how many hours you work and how much you earn. For more information call the Tax Credit Helpline on 0845 300 3900 or visit www.hmrc.gov.uk. People with hearing or speech difficulties can call 0845 300 3909.

Free nursery education places

If your child is aged 9 months to 4 years you could be eligible to up to 30 hours of Working Families funding per week for 38 weeks. To see if you are eligible go to: Free Childcare for Working Parents: Check if you’re eligible – GOV.UK

From the term after your child turns three your child will be eligible for a15 hour government funded place. This is available regardless of family income. This continues until your child starts reception class at school. For families in receipt of benefit (e.g. job seeker’s allowance, income support, housing benefit, working tax credit) your child may be eligible for further free sessions funded by Hertfordshire County Council when your child is two years old. Please ask for details.