Admissions

Admissions at Come and Play Preschool

For full details on admissions you can view the admissions PDF on the policies page.

At Come and Play Preschool, we believe in providing equal access to high-quality early education for all children and families in our community. We have designed a straightforward and transparent admissions process to ensure that your child’s journey with us is both accessible and welcoming. Here, we outline key points about our admissions policy and fees to help you understand the process better.

Key points

Age Eligibility

We welcome children as young as 2 and up to 5 years old into our preschool

Flexible Attendance

We offer flexible attendance patterns to accommodate individual children and families, ensuring stability for all the children in our care

Waiting List

Our waiting list is organized based on the child’s date of birth. We give priority to families requesting extended hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Additionally, we may consider factors such as siblings attending our preschool, proximity to our location, and our capacity to meet your child’s needs

Equal Opportunities

Come and Play Preschool is committed to promoting equality and inclusivity. We ensure that our practices encourage positive regard and understanding of differences, including gender, family structure, class, background, religion, ethnicity, or English language proficiency

Support for Disabilities

We are dedicated to supporting children and parents with disabilities, ensuring their full participation in all preschool activities.

Financial Assistance and Support

We understand that financial situations may vary, and no child should be excluded due to financial hardship. Our preschool can provide assistance in such cases, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to access quality early education

Additional Information

Fees

Our preschool fees are £6.50 per hour, reviewed annually. Fees are payable half-termly in advance, even during absences. We also participate in the Tax-free Childcare Scheme

Discounts

Families with two or more fee-paying children attending simultaneously receive a 20% discount. Additionally, children attending together and receiving funding for 15 hours can enjoy the same discount

Financial Assistance

We understand that financial situations may vary, and no child should be excluded due to financial hardship. Our preschool can provide assistance in such cases

Early Years Pupil Premium

Eligible 3 and 4-year-old children from lower-income families may qualify for Early Years Pupil Premium, providing additional resources and support.

Early Years Funded Places

Children born within specific date ranges can qualify for funded places, with eligibility starting from the term following their either 2nd or 3rd birthday. Additional childcare hours are available, with certain conditions. Speak to our staff to find out more.

Have a question?

You can find out more on out Frequently Asked Questions and Policies page or get in touch if you’d like to talk to someone

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