Planning childcare
Nursery fees, funded hours, and childcare support
Childcare costs should be understandable before you make a decision. We will help you compare session options, funded entitlements, and the support your family may be able to use.
A clear illustration
Fees shaped around the place you need
Fees depend on the attendance pattern, your child's age, and any funded entitlement you use.
- We have a minimum session requirement for attendance
- A non-refundable £150 registration fee is required to secure a place
- We stretch the 15-hour or 30-hour entitlement across our 51-week opening schedule, which provides approximately 11.17 hours or 22.34 hours of funded care per week
- Sessions are offered as full days (7:30am–6:00pm) or half days (7:30am–12:30pm or 1:00pm–6:00pm)
- Our fees are fully inclusive, with no hidden charges or additional costs
Government support
Funded childcare and Tax-Free Childcare
Government-funded childcare is available to many families, but eligibility and start dates depend on age and circumstances. Some working families may receive funded hours from the term after a child reaches the qualifying age, while all 3 and 4 year olds have a universal entitlement from the relevant term.
Tax-Free Childcare can also contribute toward eligible childcare costs. Use the official childcare support checker for current rules, then speak with us about how an entitlement can be applied to a Little Giants attendance plan.
Attendance that supports settling
A regular rhythm helps children belong
We ask families to choose a regular minimum attendance pattern. Consistency helps children know the people, spaces, and routines well enough to feel secure and take part fully.
If your child needs a more individual approach, including for additional needs or a changing family situation, ask the team what can be planned. Availability and the child's wellbeing both guide the conversation.
Questions families ask
Useful answers before you visit
Every child and attendance plan is different. Bring the details that matter to you, and we will give you a clear answer.
Ask the nursery teamDoes Little Giants accept funded childcare hours?
The nursery is a funded early education provider. Eligibility and how hours can be used depend on the current government rules, your child's age, and the sessions available.
Can you tell me the exact monthly cost?
Yes. Contact us with your child's age, preferred days, start date, and any funding code or expected entitlement, and we can provide current information for that pattern.
Where can I check what support I qualify for?
Use the government's Best Start in Life childcare support checker for current eligibility, application dates, and Tax-Free Childcare guidance.
En avant
Come and take a look around
Meet the team, explore the rooms, and talk through the childcare you need.