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FROGMORE MONTESSORI
NURSERY SCHOOL
FROGMORE HOUSE, FROGMORE AVENUE,
EGGBUCKLAND, PLYMOUTH, DEVON PL6 5RT TEL: 01752 769704
email: [email protected]
webpage: www.frogmoremontessori.co.uk
PROSPECTUS
(Reviewed Sept 2017)
FROGMORE MONTESSORI
NURSERY SCHOOL Frogmore House, Frogmore Avenue,
Eggbuckland, Plymouth PL6 5RT
Tel: 01752 769704
AND
PLYMPTON MONTESSORI
NURSERY SCHOOL Yealmpstone Farm Primary School,
Meadowfield Place, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1XQ
Tel: 01752 343127
PROPRIETORS:
Mrs M Taylor, Cert.Ed; B.Ed(Hons); M.A; Mont.Dip.(dist.);EYP
Mr L Taylor Cert.Ed; B.Ed; Adv.Dip.Ed.
Both of the above are accredited Montessori nursery
schools & are registered with Ofsted Early Years.
They accept Early Years Education Funding for 3 & 4-year
olds and Me2 funding for some 2 year olds
Frogmore House is a large detached 19th century property, which occupies quiet,
spacious, secluded grounds within the area of Eggbuckland, Plymouth. It has a private
drive, with ample parking which parents are encouraged to use. The large leafy garden,
with mature trees, shrubs and paved play areas, provide an excellent opportunity for all
our children to enjoy fresh air and varied outdoor activities in safety. Frogmore is
conveniently situated for access to central Plymouth, Cornwall, Derriford and the South
Hams, being within easy distance from the A38 (Marsh Mills or Crownhill exits).
Frogmore Montessori Nursery School, which was established in January 1991, is an
accredited Montessori School, founded on three basic principles:-
Firstly – parents need good, reliable day-care facilities for their children for a variety
of excellent reasons. Therefore, we are open between 7.30am and 6.15pm from Monday
to Friday throughout the year – with the exception of weekends, Bank Holidays and one
week between Christmas and New Year. As a fully inclusive setting, we accept children
from birth to 5+ years, offer full or part time sessions and holiday provision for school
aged children, including siblings. In addition, children in receipt of Early Years funding
can opt to attend on a term time only basis, by arrangement with the Manager.
Secondly – children need the best possible environment in which to cultivate their own
natural impulse to learn and to achieve their full potential. For this reason, we believe
that the approach to childcare and education developed by Dr. Maria Montessori
during the first half of the 20th century, best allows children both the freedom and the
structure to progress socially, emotionally, intellectually, creatively and physically. It is
our responsibility to prepare and maintain such an environment for growth. Throughout
the day, children are set an example of courtesy and consideration and are encouraged
to treat others in the same way. Frogmore Montessori Nursery School follows the
‘Early Years Foundation Stage’ framework for birth to 5 year olds and has always had
excellent OFSTED Reports, the most recent of which is available to all parents.
Thirdly – children develop best when there is continuity and a good relationship
between home and nursery school. Regular communication between parents/carers and
staff, both formally and informally, is essential to a child’s well-being and emotional
security. We therefore encourage parents/carers into the nursery school both to
exchange daily information and to see what the children have been doing; children’s
‘Learning Journals’ are used by parents/carers & staff to discuss observations and
assessments of children’s progress; and any concerns (no matter how small) are resolved
as and when they occur. We also hope that parents will be aware of Montessori
principles and support our aims e.g. following the link to the Montessori Schools
Association (MSA) on our webpage.
We very much hope that, having read the enclosed information, you will want to come
and visit us. Please contact the nursery school to arrange a convenient time for this and
to discuss your particular needs, as we look forward to welcoming you and your child to
Frogmore Montessori.
Lawrence & Maureen Taylor (Proprietors)
DR. MARIA MONTESSORI
Dr Maria Montessori was born in Italy in 1870. She was the first woman to
graduate from the University of Rome Medical School and her first interest was
medicine, not teaching. She became interested in education when she worked as a
doctor treating, what are known today, as children with ‘special needs’. The
children made such good progress, that Montessori began to use her approach
and specially prepared materials with ‘normal’ children, to see what improvements
they, too, would show.
So great was her success that she travelled the world, establishing schools
(which she called Children’s Houses) and lecturing about her discoveries. She
wrote numerous books and many articles and has been one of the most influential
pioneers of early childhood education in the 20th century. Her ideas have become
absorbed into many present-day expectations for, and approaches to, early years
education and is integral to current legislation.
Dr Montessori died in Holland in 1952 at the age of 82.
MONTESSORI EDUCATION
There are two main aspects to Montessori education:-
* The Environment (which includes staff and children, furniture, materials,
how the rooms and activities are organised and all social skills), is of extreme
importance, as all children behave and learn better when they feel secure and
confident in their surroundings; * The Curriculum, which is divided into six main areas:-
Activities of Everyday Living (AEL), Education of the Senses, Language,
Mathematics, Understanding of the World & Creative activities.
ALL children begin with AEL and Education of the Senses activities which
encourage the development of motor skills and broaden vocabulary. These
activities also foster independence, concentration and freedom of choice within a
structured environment, enabling children to develop self-control, a positive self
image, motivation, a desire to learn and awareness of others.
Montessori Language materials provide carefully graded phonic instruction,
initially using Sandpaper Letters to introduce children to the relationship
between sounds and symbols and moving gradually, through a ‘hands on’ approach,
to the acquisition of reading skills. Insets for Design enable children to develop
pencil control and early writing skills. The mastery of practical life and sensorial
skills, the enjoyment of books in a variety of ways, as well as playing ‘sound’
games to refine hearing, are all essential.
The Montessori Mathematics curriculum begins, really, with AEL and Education
of the Senses activities, where children first learn matching, pairing, ordering,
sequencing and one-to-one correspondence, using everyday objects in addition to
Montessori materials. It is at this stage that children are introduced to the
language of maths e.g. ‘bigger than’, ‘more than’, ‘the longest’ etc., to
mathematical patterns, problem solving and reasoning. The Number Rods, Spindle
Box, Cards & Counters and Seguin Boards introduce children to numerals (from
0-10, then 11-19 and beyond), whilst the Golden Beads introduce children to
‘place value’.
Understanding of the World within the Montessori curriculum includes
activities related to History, Geography and Science. Montessori materials and
project work extends children’s knowledge and understanding of the wider world,
other cultures, the passage of time and of natural life cycles.
Music and movement, dressing up, singing and craft activities embrace the
creative and expressive needs of all children and, together with lots of
opportunity for outside play, aids their overall physical development.
Throughout everything we do, emphasis is placed on the social skills which
are an essential part of our society. Through example, instruction and role
play, children are encouraged to move about the nursery in a calm, purposeful
way, to show good manners and courtesy towards others and be sensitive to their
needs e.g. by encouraging children to return items to their proper place when
they have finished using them, as much as the ability to use ‘please’, ‘thank you’,
‘sorry’, ‘excuse me’ etc correctly.
OFSTED
All early years settings are inspected by, and registered with OFSTED. They
must agree to work towards certain criteria within the ‘Early Years Foundation
Stage‘ framework (EYFS). There are four broad THEMES:-
A Unique Child, Positive Relationships, Enabling Environments
and Learning and Development.
Each Theme has four PRINCIPLES and all settings must show how they put these
into PRACTICE across the 0-5years age range. Settings must show how they
foster the ‘characteristics of effective learning’ through planned activities
across the PRIME AREAS (which are Personal, Social & Emotional Development,
Physical Development and Communication & Language) and through the
SPECIFIC AREAS (which are Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World
and Expressive Arts & Design).
The Montessori approach supports and extends the focus on all-round
learning and social development which is central to the EYFS.
SESSIONS OFFERED
FROGMORE MONTESSORI NURSERY SCHOOL is open Monday to Friday
throughout the year, except for Bank Holidays & one week during the Christmas
/ New Year period. The nursery school provides full time and part time care,
and Early Years education for children from birth to the term after their 5th
birthday and beyond, as follows:-
➢ FULL-TIME MONDAY to FRIDAY between 8.00am & 5.45pm
➢ PART-TIME weekly minimum of three half days OR two whole days
MORNING SESSION between 8.00am & 1.00pm
AFTERNOON SESSION between 1.15pm & 5.45pm
EXTENDED AFTERNOON between 12.45pm & 5.45pm
➢ EARLYBIRD SESSION 7.30am to 8.00am*
➢ TWILIGHT SESSION 5.45pm to 6.15pm*
*These ‘bolt on’ sessions must be properly booked.
Unless a child has been ‘booked in’, they will not be able to arrive before 8am.
If children are collected after the end of their session, parents will be charged
for late collection (detailed on the fees sheet).
Unless children are attending the Earlybird or the extended afternoon sessions,
they should arrive between 8am and 9am in the morning or 1.15pm to 1.30pm in
the afternoon. Arriving later than these times provides little opportunity for
important exchanges of information, as staff and children will already be
engaged in session activities – and would result in disruption for the children.
➢ EARLY YEARS FUNDING for 3 & 4 year olds and some 2 year olds –
Frogmore Montessori offers the following Government ‘funded’ options:-
* 15 hours per week, over 38 weeks of the year – 8.30am to 4pm
* 24 hours per week, over 47.5 weeks of the year – 8.00am to 4pm
Some variation of these times may be possible if spaces are available.
See Fees Sheet for ‘top up’ rates where session times are extended.
ANYONE arriving to collect a child must be over the age of 16 years and must
have been nominated or identified to us beforehand, or we will be
unable to release the child into their care.
In the event that a child is not collected at the end of their session and
parents or emergency contacts are unobtainable within a reasonable period
of time (which we have defined as one hour) out-of-hours social services will
be called and children placed into their care.
(Full details of all nursery school policies are available on our website).
STARTING NURSERY SCHOOL
It is very important that parents and other relatives prepare and support
children in a positive way for taking, what may be their first step into the wider
world, away from their immediate family circle.
For example, parents should develop their child’s confidence by talking to their
child about their ‘new school’ and the interesting activities they will be doing –
explaining also that mummy/daddy/gran etc will be leaving them for a short time,
but will return soon to collect them. Once they start, it is very important that
new children are collected promptly, as this will assist their sense of security.
Even where children have been attending another setting / childminder/ crèche
playgroup, we have a clear procedure for assisting children to settle-in here at
Frogmore, as they still need time to get to know us, and to meet their new
friends. Additionally, new parents receive our ‘Welcome Pack’ to assist them in
becoming familiar with nursery routines and policies.
Having taken the step of registering their child with us, parents should be aware
that children who attend only the minimum number of sessions, may well take
longer to settle in and may progress more slowly through the curriculum. Initially,
children may also demand more of their parents’ attention when at home and may
cry when they arrive at nursery. Even a child who has been attending for some
time, may lose confidence if they have had a period of absence through sickness
or holiday, or if there are changes at home – such as a new baby, moving house,
or even having been rushed on the way to nursery! This is perfectly normal and is
an important stage in a child’s emotional development.
Children may also become unsettled in situations where they attend an additional
setting, as there are likely to be different expectations and routines. This
highlights the importance of regular communication between parents/carers and
nursery school staff, in order to support the child. If parents are able to build in
‘quality time’ at home, this will help to reassure their child. Here, at Frogmore,
there will be lots of opportunities for cuddles and special attention for as long as
a child needs it, whilst encouraging self confidence and independence.
ALL children experience a well-rounded educational curriculum and have ample
opportunities for rest and for creative play, both within the classroom and in our
extensive outdoor play areas. Our experienced Montessori qualified practitioners
focus on the same areas of learning as Primary School Reception classes, albeit
approached from a Montessori perspective. Therefore, by the term after a
child’s 3rd birthday, a minimum attendance of three days is recommended, in
order that a child may have the opportunity to participate in the full range of
activities available. Parents, who would like to discuss their child’s educational
options as they approach their Primary School years, are most welcome to do so
with our Early Years Teacher, along with any other issues concerning their child.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Children attending Frogmore Montessori are divided into four main groups as follows:-
THE BABIES (children from birth- 12months) – our emphasis is on
providing a warm, secure and stimulating environment for early physical, emotional and
social development, for a maximum of nine babies/toddlers up to the age of 2 years.
Situated on the first floor, the Baby Play Room allows for soft play, music, toys, books
and nappy changing facilities, with cots in the adjoining Baby Sleep Room. Baby feeds
are stored and prepared in the first-floor kitchen nearby, which is also shared by Baby
Room staff.
Parents of babies and children under 2 years are required to provide suitable food,
drink, nappies, nappy sacks, and wet wipes or baby lotion for their child. A daily diary
(focusing on sleeping/feeding/nappy changing routines and activities) is completed each
day by both staff and parents. During parents’ initial visit, all aspects of baby care
within the nursery school, including arrangements for settling-in, can be discussed with
the Deputy Manager for Under 3’s and with the Baby Room Leader.
TADPOLES ONE (children from 12 to 24 months) – also located on the first floor,
our emphasis is on encouraging language development and the further development of
social skills through increasing opportunities for physical and creative play.
Children remain under the care of the Baby Room Leader, but spend greater periods of
time in the Craft and Play Rooms which are also located on the first floor. Children
begin to relate to others and to share. Dressing up, music, puzzles, the train track,
cars, slides, building blocks, treasure baskets etc., together with painting, sand and
water play, provide stimulating opportunities for young children to discover their world
and to develop manipulative skills. Rest and/or quiet play; looking at books and having
stories read; interacting with children both older and younger than themselves; potty
training and learning to feed themselves are all encouraged when appropriate. Parents
are reminded that many of these activities can be very messy, therefore ‘best’ clothes
should not be worn to nursery school!
As with the Babies, parents of children in Tadpoles One are required to provide suitable
food, drink, nappies etc. The ‘daily diary’ is continued and, at the end of December and
again in July, parents /carers are invited to provide feedback & to discuss their child’s
Learning Journal - a record of children’s routines, activities, progress and friendships.
Every day, the BABIES & TADPOLES ONE have opportunities for outside
play and fresh air, whether on the patios (in wet weather) or in the garden.
TADPOLES TWO (2-year olds) – continued emphasis on
developing language and social skills, in addition to the introduction of Montessori
‘Activities of Everyday Living’ and Sensorial activities, which encourage independence &
self confidence. Their ‘base’ room is called ‘Tadpoles 2’ and is on the ground floor.
‘Young’ 2-year olds continue to use the Tadpoles One and the Craft Rooms on the first
floor and enjoy physical and creative play, music, singing and stories. Children are
introduced to carefully graded activities to develop everyday skills such as pouring,
threading, squeezing and sorting. They are shown how to use scissors and glue safely
and to use a range of materials, puzzles and toys which develop gross and fine motor
skills and independence. They are encouraged to return items to their proper place, put
on their own shoes and coats, blow their nose, use the toilet and wash their hands.
‘Older’ 2 years olds generally work alongside the 3 & 4-year olds in vertical aged groups.
At some point before their 3rd birthday, parents receive, and have the opportunity to
discuss, their child’s 2-year old Integrated Check (a record of their development at a
point between 24-36 months, shared between nursery and Health Visitor). Parents will
continue to receive their child’s Learning Journal and EYFS Individual Tracker at the
end of the Autumn and Summer terms and are encouraged to contribute as much
feedback as they feel relevant. Until a child leaves, parents/carers need to return their
child’s Learning Journal/2year old Integrated Review to nursery, so that information
for the new term can be added.
Children in TADPOLES TWO are provided with a healthy morning and afternoon snack
(fresh fruit, vegetables, sandwiches or biscuits with milk) free of charge. However,
unless a cooked nursery lunch is requested (see below) parents need to provide a packed
lunch for their child if they attend during the lunch period (between 11.45am - 1.00pm).
Unless their child is toilet trained, parents need to provide nappies/pull-ups, nappy
sacks, wet wipes etc. The low-level toilets mean that we do not need to use potties.
In the FOUNDATION CLASS (3 & 4-year olds) – children are introduced to the full
Montessori Curriculum, which encompasses all areas of learning within the EYFS, during
core periods of around 3 hours during each morning and afternoon session. In some
settings, this is called ‘Pre-School’. Specific Montessori materials are located in both
the Big Room, which faces the garden, and in Tadpoles 2 (the base room for our 2-year
olds). Children are given the freedom to move between both rooms as they choose the
activities they would like to do. They continue to use AEL and Sensorial exercises which
provide an essential foundation for language and numeracy skills, as well as an
understanding of the world. Children learn to care for classroom plants and pets and
for their environment (the classroom). Children gain independence and confidence as
they develop the self discipline needed to behave well and the ability to concentrate on
an activity for increasing periods of time. There is continued emphasis on creative play,
music & singing. Free-flow to the garden and patio areas is an essential part of the day.
our Giant African Land Snails
As children progress, particular emphasis is given to numeracy and literacy
skills, together with increasing children’s understanding of their world. When children
start to show an understanding of phonics (through sound games and sandpaper letters)
interesting materials are used to introduce word building for later reading. When they
grasp the concepts of more/less/bigger/smaller than etc., materials such as the number
rods, spindle box and golden beads, stimulate children’s motivation to develop number
skills. Montessori ‘cultural materials’ increases understanding of the world through
project work, craft activities, classroom displays and discussion. Every day there are
opportunities for physical development, music, singing, craft, sand and water & creative
play, within both the indoor and outdoor classrooms.
It is hoped that children who have their 4th birthday between May to August, will
remain at Frogmore during the Autumn term. They are entitled to do so, will continue to
receive Early Years funding and will gain greater benefit from the Montessori
curriculum, which is designed for children up to Key Stage 1 and beyond.
Parents of children in FOUNDATION, continue to receive records of their child’s
progress via their Learning Journal and EYFS Individual Tracker and have an
opportunity to discuss feedback during Parent Consultation meetings. When children
leave, parents are given a Transfer Document and a copy is sent on to their new class
teacher (see Early Years Education Funding below).
ATTENDANCE – it is important that children attend on a regular basis, in order to
provide continuity, security and the ability to build on newly acquired skills. Children can
become unsettled after extended periods of absence whether through illness, holiday
or where children attend ‘term time only’ (see below).
Particularly at such times, parents are encouraged to build in extra time when dropping
off or collecting their child, so there is time to chat with staff, look at classroom
displays or assist their child in collecting work from their tray.
STAFFING RATIOS:– for BABIES and TADPOLES ONE, the ratio is one adult to
three children. For children in TADPOLES TWO, the ratio is one adult to four children
and in FOUNDATION, the ratio may be one adult to thirteen children, or less, as this
group is led by a qualified teacher. However, quite often two adults will work alongside
children of differing ages, as the Montessori approach favours vertical grouping.
Additionally, where a qualified teacher or graduate ‘Early Years Professional’ is not
working within Foundation class, the ratio may be one adult to eight children, or less.
FURTHER INFORMATION
SETTLING-IN ARRANGEMENTS - New children usually attend for ONE HOUR on
their first day, during which parents/carers complete essential paperwork and children
are encouraged to spend time with their appropriate age group. If successful, this is
followed by a TWO-HOUR session on the second and third days and a half day session
on the fourth day. Attendance on the fifth day depends on the sessions actually
booked. Generally, settling-in times take place over the space of one week, although this
may be extended if it is felt to be in the child’s best interests, or where spaces are not
available. Settling-in for very young children may vary, depending on discussion between
parents/carers and staff. Parents are encouraged to plan the settling-in period so they
are able to spend time getting to know staff and routines within the nursery school in
an unhurried way, especially when returning to collect their child.
BREAKFAST, LUNCHES AND SNACKS - Parents are welcome to provide a breakfast
of cereal, fruit, toast or yoghurt for their child if they arrive before 8.45am.
However, all children over 2 years are offered a healthy mid-morning and mid-afternoon
snack of fruit, vegetables, raisins, biscuits or sandwiches with a drink of milk, which is
currently free of charge.
* Parents should provide a packed lunch, in a clearly labelled container, if their child
attends between 11.45am and 1.00pm. Packed lunches are stored in the school fridge.
Please support us in encouraging healthy eating, by not including sweets, crisps,
chocolate and sugary drinks in packed lunches – see our Healthy Eating policy.
Alternatively, the nursery lunch menu is displayed in the hallway and is available for
children aged 2 years plus. There is an additional charge for nursery school lunches.
NB - we are not able to warm up food for children over 2 years
- please inform us (in writing on the Medical Consent Form which accompanies
your child’s Registration Form), if your child has any food/drink allergies. It
may be necessary for you to provide preferred alternatives.
- it is expected that all babies and children who attend the afternoon, or
extended afternoon sessions only (i.e. arriving between 12.45pm and 1.30pm)
will have had their lunch before arriving at nursery.
CLOTHING - Easy to manage clothing and footwear will help children to gain personal
independence and self-esteem. This is particularly important for children who are
learning to use the toilet, as well as on arrival to/departure from nursery, or when
getting ready to go out to/return from outside play. Dungarees, belts and ‘best clothes’
should be avoided! Additionally, children should bring the following items:-
* appropriately protective wet-weather and/or winter suits or coats for the outdoors
* a change of clothing in a small drawstring bag, which can be left on your child’s peg;
* soft indoor shoes/slippers to change into on arrival (not slipper socks please);
* an old shirt for painting/craft/messy activities;
* disposable nappies/pull-ups, wet wipes and nappy sacks as required.
ALL items should be clearly labelled as looking for lost items,
which are often identical to another child’s, is very time consuming for staff,
annoying for parents and distressing for children!
NOTICE BOARDS – there are several notice boards throughout the building and
notices are often additionally displayed on entrance doors. These carry important
information about policies, staffing, fees, the curriculum, daily routines, reminders, fire
drill, children’s groups, forthcoming events and letters/information for parents. Please
peruse them regularly. It may also be possible to display information YOU may wish to
publicize, but please check with staff first.
CHILDREN’S WELFARE & SAFETY - Please refer to previous information regarding
the safe collection of children from nursery school and to the range of information
displayed on main notice boards. In addition, full details of all nursery policies and
procedures especially in relation to Safeguarding, Emergency Procedures, Sickness and
Medication, Behaviour Management, Special Educational Needs etc. is available on our
website. Hard copies are available on request. Information about our Complaints
Procedure and Ofsted Registration number, as well as opportunities for consultation and
feedback, is also included on our website and displayed on parent information boards.
We request that parents/carers/visitors do not use mobile phones or smart phone
technology anywhere and at any time whilst on the premises, including the garden - and
that they inform a senior member of staff if they wish to photograph their child.
VISITS and PHOTOGRAPHS – We regularly invite other adults, including students,
into the nursery school to work with or talk to the children as part of weekly activities,
project work or work experience. We also take regular photographs of children engaged
in activities. These photographs may be used to promote the nursery school on the
school website, on our Facebook page or local media. At all times, full consideration is
given to children’s safety, parents are fully informed and parental consent sought where
necessary.
EARLY YEARS’ EDUCATION FUNDING
From the term after a child’s 3rd birthday, parents can access up to 15 or 24 hours per
week, spread over a minimum of 2 or 3 days per week, free of charge, for a set number
of weeks each term. Parent Declaration forms, obtainable from the nursery school, have
to be completed, signed and returned to us, by dates specified by the Local Authority.
Funding is also available for some 2-year olds.
Parents do not have to use all their child’s ‘funded’ hours within the same setting.
However, too many changes are not in a child’s best interests. Therefore, we hope that
parents registering their child at Frogmore Montessori, will be making a commitment to
the well-rounded continuity of early years care and educational experience we offer.
The ‘EARLY YEARS FOUNDATION STAGE’ framework already mentioned, starts at
nursery school and is continued into Reception at primary school. Each child’s ‘Learning
Journal’ documents, in a variety of forms, their achievements during this time –
culminating in their Transfer Document, which goes with them when they leave.
Although there often seems to be frequent changes within the field of early years
provision, at Frogmore we endeavour to keep parents well informed, both formally and
informally and to give advice and support whenever it would be helpful. Therefore,
parents wanting to discuss any aspect of Early Years provision, funding, term dates
and/or the Montessori curriculum, should not hesitate to speak to any member of staff.
REGISTRATION
On receipt of the prospectus, or having accessed information on our website, parents
are invited to contact Frogmore to arrange a visit (preferably accompanied by their
child). Registration and Emergency Consent Forms will be available for completion and,
if a place is offered and confirmed, a non-refundable registration fee of £40.00
becomes payable. The offer of a place is dependent solely on the availability of space
within a child’s age group.
NOTICE of WITHDRAWAL
ONE CALENDAR MONTH’S NOICE is required should parents wish to withdraw their
child from the nursery school or the monthly fee in lieu. Exceptions cannot be made.
ABSENCES
The nursery school’s budget is based on the number of children enrolled and the fees
received. Overheads, expenses and staffing costs do not diminish if a child is absent.
Therefore fees cannot be refunded or reduced if a child is absent, EXCEPT UNDER
THE CONDITIONS DETAILED BELOW:-
* IF ONE CALENDAR MONTH’S NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN IN WRITING and
acknowledged in writing by the Nursery School Manager AND if the absence is for:-
- ONE WEEK OR MORE – half payment will be required.
- FOUR WEEKS OR MORE (up to a maximum of six weeks) – a retainer amounting to
ONE QUARTER PAYMENT will be required.
* DURING ANY TWELVE-MONTH PERIOD, THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS FOR
WHICH A REDUCTION IN FEES CAN BE CLAIMED IS SIX WEEKS.
* Where children are in receipt of EARLY YEARS FUNDING or ME 2 FUNDING, there
is no reduction in fees for any absences during designated ‘term’ dates.
Unless the required notice is given, OR a ‘term time only’ arrangement has been agreed
in writing by the Nursery School Manager, full fees remain payable.
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We hope the information given has been helpful. However, please do not hesitate to
contact us if you require further details or would like to arrange a visit.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS ILLEGAL TO SMOKE WITHIN THE NURSERY SCHOOL
OR IT’S GROUNDS AT ANYTIME
