Early Years Funding & Fees

Mini Gems Pre-School

Operating Hours

8.50am - 3.00pm, Monday to Friday

Government Funded Hours

Cost to you: £0.00 (fully funded by government)

We proudly offer:

✓ 15 hours (Universal) – For all 3 & 4-year-olds
✓ 15 hours (Additional support) – For eligible 2-year-olds receiving additional support
✓ Up to 30 hours (Working parents) – For eligible children from the term after they turn 9 months until they start school

Delivery Pattern: Term-time only (38 weeks) 30 hours per week over 38 weeks

Available Sessions:

5.50am to 3pm Term time only

Note on Continuous Days:

Families accessing continuous days (e.g. 9am-4pm) using funded hours may stay for the lunch period. A charge applies for the meal/supervision, or you may collect your child between 12:00pm-1:00pm at no cost.

About Our Optional Services

Government funding covers high-quality early education and childcare. It does not cover meals, consumables, or additional activities.

At Mini Gems Pre-School , we offer these optional services to enhance your child's experience and provide convenience for busy families.

The majority of our families choose these services for the quality and peace of mind they provide.

✓ All nappies, wipes, sun cream, and barrier cream provided at no additional charge

Additional Private Hours

Admissions Policy

Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Registration & Deposits

Refundable deposit: £ (refunded within 6 weeks of your child's start date)

Invoicing & Payments

Your invoice will clearly itemise your free funded hours (showing £0.00) separately from any optional meals, consumables, or private hours.

✓ We accept Tax-Free Childcare & Universal Credit payments

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