Pricing & Funded Childcare
Clear, straightforward childcare costs
We want our fees to be easy to understand, with flexible sessions to suit different family routines. Spinney Pre-School is open Monday to Friday during term time, with morning, afternoon and all-day sessions available for children aged 2 to 4.
Our fees
For children attending paid sessions, our fee is:
£6.00 per hour
Fees are paid two weeks in advance and help cover staffing, resources and the day-to-day running of the pre-school.
We also ask for a £1 per week snack contribution, which is paid termly.
If your child attends an all-day funded session, you can extend collection from 2.35pm to 3.00pm for £3 per day.
Funded childcare
Help with the cost of early education
Spinney Pre-School can provide government-funded early education for eligible children.
Our prospectus currently covers funded places for 2-year-olds, 3- and 4-year-olds, including eligible 30-hour funded childcare. Funding can be used towards your child’s sessions with us, subject to eligibility and availability.
If you’re unsure what support your family may be entitled to, speak to Guilia or Dan and they can help you understand the next steps.
You can also check your eligibility through the Government’s Childcare Choices service.
What’s included?
Your child’s time at Spinney includes much more than simply attending a session.
Children have access to a wide range of play and learning experiences across the Early Years Foundation Stage, including creative activities, stories, songs, role play, physical play, early maths, communication and language activities and opportunities to explore the world around them.
Breakfast is available each morning, with snacks provided during morning and afternoon sessions.
Paying your fees
Fees are payable two weeks in advance.
If your child is absent because of illness, holidays or another reason, fees remain payable because their place continues to be reserved and the pre-school’s running costs remain the same.
If your circumstances change or you’re having difficulty with payments, please speak to us as early as possible.
Not sure which sessions are right for you?
Every family’s routine is different, so we’re happy to talk through the options with you.
Tell us your child’s age, the days you’re interested in and whether you expect to use funded childcare. We’ll explain what’s available and help you work out the sessions that best suit your family.
Why families choose Spinney
Ofsted rated Good
Good in all areas
Spinney Pre-School was rated Good by Ofsted in February 2024, including for quality of education, behaviour, personal development and leadership.
Experienced, qualified team
People you can trust
Our team brings experience across early years education, safeguarding, SEND, speech and language, and child development.
Every child is known
A dedicated key person
Every child has a key person who gets to know their interests, needs and development, while building a close relationship with their family.
Funded places available
Support with childcare costs
We offer funded early education for eligible 2-year-olds and 3- and 4-year-olds, including eligible 30-hour places.
Questions parents often ask
What age children do you accept?
Spinney Pre-School in Harlow Essex provides care and early education for children aged 2 to 4 years.
What are your opening hours?
We’re open Monday to Friday during term time. Morning sessions run from 8.35am to 11.35am, afternoon sessions from 12.00pm to 3.00pm, and all-day sessions are also available.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes. Spinney can claim government funding for eligible 2-year-olds and 3- and 4-year-olds, including eligible 30-hour funded places. We can help you understand what funding may be available for your child.
How much does pre-school cost?
The current stated fee is £6.00 per hour for paid sessions, with a £1 per week snack contribution. Families using funded all-day hours can also pay an additional £3 per day for collection at 3pm. I’d make sure these figures are checked with Spinney before publishing, as fees can change.
Will my child have a key person?
Yes. Every child is allocated a key person who gets to know their interests, needs and development and works closely with their family throughout their time at Spinney.
Can you support children with additional needs?
Yes. The setting has SENCO responsibilities within the team and works with families, schools and other professionals. Ofsted found that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, children who speak English as an additional language and children receiving additional funding make good progress.
Thinking about Spinney for your child?
Come and meet us, ask your questions and find out more about available sessions and places.
At Spinney Preschool, our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels valued and inspired to grow. We foster curiosity, creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning through play, exploration and positive relationships. We partner with families to support each child's development and help them thrive.
We pride ourselves as being unique as we are a close community and we put our children and their families at the heart of what we do.
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