Nursery

We are accepting Nursery applications for the September 2026 intake.

Children born between 1st September 2022 and 31st August 2023 should fill in an expression of interest Expression of Interest

At Dewhurst St Mary C of E Primary, our Nursery offers a warm, nurturing start for children in the early years . We provide a safe, stimulating environment where children can explore, learn through play, and build confidence with support from caring staff. Our nursery offering is designed to help children settle quickly and enjoy every step of their learning journey.

We provide both 30 hour and 15 hour provision. Parents can choose the option that best fits their circumstances, supporting working families and helping children access high-quality early education. Our Nursery timetable is structured to balance learning activities, indoor and outdoor play, and social interactions ensuring children thrive.

There are 26 places in our Nursery. 

All children are entitled to 15 hours free early education from the term after their 3rd birthday.

The Nursery sessions are as follows: (15 or 30 hours)

Universal 15 hours	8.45-11.45am Government funded (free)	Added Option: 1 hour lunch session (11.45-12.45) cost £6   or  Whole afternoon sessions can be booked for Mon-Thurs  (11.45-3.15) cost £21
30 hours (for working parents)	8.45- 3.15 Mon-Thurs  8.45-12.45 Fri	Optional: Additional Friday afternoon (12.45 - 3.15)  £15

Payable additional sessions are payable monthly in advance and subject to increase.Working parents may be entitled to 30 hours free childcare. To check your eligibility go the Best start in Life - Childcare Support Checker:Childcare Support Checker for 3-4yrsWhen should I apply for my 30 hour childcare voucher?

If your child turns 3 between...	You should apply for voucher by..	You can use the entitlement from...
1 January – 31 March	28 February	1 April
1 April – 31 August	31 July	1 September
1 September – 31 December	30 November	1 January

You will need to sign in to your childcare account on GOV.UK and re-confirm your details every 3 months to keep receiving the childcare entitlement.