Pre-School Fees

Fees are payable within the first two weeks of each half-term. Fees remain payable in the event of a child’s absence. However, in cases of prolonged absence, parents are advised to consult with the Pre-School office.

A minimum of one half-term’s written notice is required should a child cease attending Potton Pre-School. Where a child is withdrawn without the required notice, parents/carers will be liable for the full cost of the sessions booked through to the end of that half-term. For funded children, this will result in a charge at the unfunded session rate for the duration of the notice period.

Government funding is available for eligible two-year-olds, as well as all three- and four-year-olds. Children become eligible for funding from the start of the term following their second and third birthday.

Where two or more siblings attend the pre-school simultaneously, a 20% sibling discount will be applied to the fees of the second child.

Session Fees 

Unfunded Session fee - £17.13

Consumable Charge

The government funding we receive is unfortunately insufficient to fully cover the costs of delivering high-quality education and care. As a result, we apply a voluntary consumable charge for each funded session. This fee contributes towards the cost of consumables such as additional snacks, external activity providers, malleable materials, cooking ingredients, and other essential resources. It also helps cover the expenses associated with a variety of activities designed to enhance and support your child’s development.

The consumable fee is £3.30 per funded session and itemised as follows:

Snack - £0.75p

Non-Food Consumables - £0.25p

Activities - £2.30

We are pleased to welcome a variety of external activity providers who enrich our weekly programme:

• Monday – Spanish classes

• Tuesday – Yoga classes

• Thursday – Super Star Sports classes

In addition, Tiny Tales Dance visits us once a month on Wednesdays, offering a special dance session for the children.

As part of our enrichment programme, we offer regular cooking and baking experiences. These activities help children develop key skills such as following instructions, measuring, and fine motor control, while also fostering creativity, patience, and an early understanding of healthy eating.

We also celebrate cultural events and festivals throughout the year, providing a wide range of themed activities. These experiences broaden children's horizons, promote respect for diversity, and nurture a sense of community and belonging. Through cultural learning, children develop communication skills, curiosity, and a deeper understanding of the world around them — all essential foundations for lifelong learning.

Without the voluntary contribution, we are unable to offer snack, non food-consumables and many of the enriching experiences that support children’s learning and development

Why do settings need to charge a consumable fee?

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