Sessions Times and Fees
At Leweston Nursery we recognise that every family’s needs are different, so we offer a flexible choice of sessions and contracts. This means your child can enjoy a consistent, nurturing day while you choose the pattern of care that works best for you.
- Nursery
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- Session Times and Fees
The standard full day for both full‑time and term‑time contracts is 08.00–17.00, with optional add‑ons at the beginning and end of the day:
- Breakfast Club: 07.30–08.00
- Late pick‑up: 17.00–17.30
Leweston Nursery offers 30 hours of government funding to eligible families and accepts a number of different childcare voucher providers.
At a Glance
- Standard nursery day: 08.00–17.00
- Extended hours available:
- Breakfast Club: 07.30–08.00
- Late pick‑up: 17.00–17.30
- Contract options:
- All year round (full‑time): 49 weeks per year
- Term‑time only: 39 weeks per year
- Government funding for 3–4 year‑olds:
- 30 hours for eligible families
- Funding allocated over 38 weeks per year
- Used within clearly defined morning and afternoon time slots
- Voluntary contribution:
- Optional contribution per funded hour towards meals and consumables
For more detail on funding, please see Early Years Funding Explained below and download our Funding Guide.
Full‑Time Contract (All Year Round)
Full‑time contracts are based on 49 weeks a year, ideal for families who need childcare during most school holidays.
You can choose from the following sessions:
- Morning: 08.00–13.00
- Afternoon: 13.00–18.00
- Full day: 08.00–18.00
Government Funding within Full‑Time Contracts
Parents of 3 and 4 year‑olds who are eligible for government funding may use the allocated 38 funded weeks per year over the 49 weeks to facilitate invoicing.
Funded hours sit within the following times:
- Morning funded hours: 08.00–12.00 (within the 08.00–13.00 morning session)
- Afternoon funded hours: 13.00–17.00 (within the 13.00–18.00 afternoon session)
A voluntary charge of 95p per funded hour is requested to help cover food and other consumables.
Term‑Time Contract
Term‑time contracts are based on 39 weeks a year, in line with the school year.
You can choose from the following sessions:
- Morning: 08.00–13.00
- Afternoon: 13.00–17.00
- Full day with late pick‑up: until 17.30
Government Funding within Term‑Time Contracts
Parents of 3 and 4 year‑olds who are eligible for government funding may use the allocated 38 funded weeks per year over the 39 term‑time weeks.
Funded hours sit within the following times:
- Morning funded hours: 08.00–12.00 (within the 08.00–13.00 morning session)
- Afternoon funded hours: 13.00–15.00 (within the 13.00–17.00 afternoon session)
A voluntary charge of 95p per funded hour is requested to help cover food and other consumables.
Full‑Time Contract (All Year Round)
How to use this table:
- Session fee – standard fee for that session within your contract
- Ad hoc fee – fee if booked outside your usual pattern
- Funded cost – applies where government funding is in use, including any voluntary contribution
| Session Times | Session Fee | Ad Hoc Fee | Funded cost (under 2s) | Funded cost (2-3 years) | Funded cost (3-4 years) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKFAST CLUB 07.30 - 08.00 | £7 | N/A | Non Funded | Non Funded | Non Funded | |
| MORNING * 08.00 – 13.00 | £37.75 | £42.75 | Fully Funded | 33p voluntary contribution per funded hour | £2.40 voluntary contribution per funded hour | |
| AFTERNOON * 13.00 – 17.00 | £30.20 | £35.20 | Fully Funded | 33p voluntary contribution per funded hour | £2.40 voluntary contribution per funded hour | |
| FULL DAY * 08.00 – 17.00 | £68 | £77 | Fully Funded | 33p voluntary contribution per funded hour | £2.40 voluntary contribution per funded hour | |
| LATE PICK UP 17.00 - 17.30 | £9 | N/A | Non Funded | Non Funded | Non Funded |
Term‑Time Contract
How to use this table:
- Session fee – standard fee for that session within your contract
- Ad hoc fee – fee if booked outside your usual pattern
- Funded cost – applies where government funding is in use, including any voluntary contribution
| Session Times | Session Fee | Ad Hoc Fee | Funded cost (under 2s) | Funded cost (2-3 years) | Funded cost (3-4 years) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKFAST CLUB 07.30 - 08.00 | £7 | N/A | Non Funded | Non Funded | Non Funded | |
| MORNING * 08.00 – 13.00 | £41.10 | £46.10 | Fully Funded | £1 voluntary contribution per funded hour | £3.05 voluntary contribution per funded hour | |
| AFTERNOON * 13.00 – 17.00 | £33 | £38 | Fully Funded | £1 voluntary contribution per funded hour | £3.05 voluntary contribution per funded hour | |
| FULL DAY * 08.00 – 17.00 | £74 | £83 | Fully Funded | £1 voluntary contribution per funded hour | £3.05 voluntary contribution per funded hour | |
| LATE PICK UP 17.00 - 17.30 | £9 | N/A | Non Funded | Non Funded | Non Funded |
* Meals included in the relevant session: lunch at 11:45; tea at 16:15
Important Information
- Funding is only available for 38 weeks per year. The remaining weeks of the year are charged at the full rate.
- There is a two‑month notice period required for any session changes.
- From 1 April 2025, the additional charges we make for “food and funding” will be fully voluntary, meaning you can choose to opt out of paying them.
Shutdown Weeks and Closed Periods
The Nursery typically closes from the last working day before Christmas until 2 January. There is also a closure week over Easter and the last week of August to support staff training. In addition, the Nursery will close for all Bank Holidays that fall outside of school term time. We publish these dates in advance so that families can plan work and holiday arrangements with confidence.
Early Years Funding Explained
Government funding can feel complex, so we have created a simple guide to explain how it works at Leweston Nursery, including eligibility, funded hours, and how we apply this to our different session types.
Talk to Us About Sessions and Fees
If you would like help choosing the best pattern of sessions for your child, or to understand how funding would apply to your circumstances, we are very happy to help.
- Arrange a visit to the Nursery
- Request a personalised sessions and fees breakdown
- Ask about your eligibility for funded hours