--- title: "Sessions and Funding" url: "https://meynell.school/nursery/sessions-and-funding" school: "Meynell Nursery & Primary School" --- # Sessions and Funding We offer flexible childcare hours to support our families, including access to funded nursery places. ### **Our Standard Nursery Day** - **Full Day:** 8.20am - 2.20pm - **Morning Session:** 8.20am - 11.20am - **Afternoon Session:** 12.20 pm – 3.20 pm - **Longer Day:** 8.00am -3.30pm (15 hours over 2 longer days. Monday and Tuesday or Thursday and Friday) ### **Additional Childcare Hour** To support families who need extra flexibility, we offer a paid additional hour of childcare for children who are in the 3-4 room and do all day sessions. This extended session runs from 2.30pm to 3.30pm. This will need to be booked and paid for in advance at the beginning of each half term. ### **Funding** We provide places that be covered using government funded childcare hours. These hours can be used flexibly across our sessions, including morning, afternoon, or full-day options. If you need help understanding how your funding can be used, we're happy to guide you. What funded childcare hours can my child receive? Most families are eligible for **15 hours of free early education** for 3‑ and 4‑year‑olds. Some working families may also qualify for **30 funded hours**. If your child is 2 years old, you may qualify for funded hours depending on your circumstances. Can I Use My Funded Hours Flexibly? Yes. Funded hours can be used across morning, afternoon, or full‑day sessions. We will help you plan your hours to best suit your childcare needs. Can my child attend more hours than the funding covers? Absolutely. Many children attend a mixture of funded and paid hours. Any additional hours beyond your allocation will be charged at our standard rate. Do I need to apply for funded childcare? **15 Hours Funding** - 2 year-olds: You must apply for this funding - 3 year-olds: This funding is automatic so you do not need to apply **30 Hours Funding** - You must apply for 30 hours funding for all eligible age groups Applications are made through the government website. Once you receive your eligibility code please provide it to us. How To Apply: Check You Are Eligible To qualify, you must: - Live in England - Be in paid work (including self‑employed) - Earn at least the equivalent of 16 hours per week at minimum wage - Each earning under £100,000 per year. Apply online You apply through the **GOV.UK childcare account:** [Free Childcare for Working Parents: Apply for free childcare - GOV.UK](https://www.gov.uk/free-childcare-if-working/apply-for-free-childcare-if-youre-working) During the application, HMRC will also automatically check if you can get **Tax‑Free Childcare** at the same time. **Information you will need** Have the following ready: - Your **National Insurance number** - Your partner’s details (if you have one) - **Child’s UK birth certificate reference number** (if available) - Your employment start date (approximate is fine) Receive Your 11‑Digit Code If approved, you will get an **11‑digit eligibility code**. You MUST give this to us along with: - Your National Insurance number - Your child’s date of birth We will then confirm your place if spaces are available. Apply Before The Deadline You need to apply **before the start of the term in which your child will begin with us**, and you must have your code ready **before your child’s first funded term**. ### **Term‑based deadlines** Apply **before**: - **31 March** for a **Summer term** start (April) - **31 August** for an **Autumn term** start (September) - **31 December** for a **Spring term** start (January) Reconfirm Every 3 Months Your code is **not permanent** — you must reconfirm your eligibility **every three months** through your childcare account, even if your child hasn’t started using the hours yet. You will receive reminders from HMRC. Missing reconfirmation may temporarily affect your funded place. Speak To Us Even while waiting for your code, let us know you intend to claim 30 funded hours so we can hold or plan your place. What if my eligibility changes during the year? If your circumstances change, your funding may continue for a short “grace period.” We will support you in understanding what this means and what options you have. Who can I speak to if I'm unsure about my funding? Our school office and nursery team are happy to explain how funding works and help you maximise your child’s hours. ### Nursery - [Welcome](https://meynell.school/nursery/meynell-nursery) - [Apply](https://meynell.school/nursery/apply) - [Our Approach](https://meynell.school/nursery/our-approach) - [Nursery Meals](https://meynell.school/nursery/nursery-meals) - [Sessions And Funding](https://meynell.school/nursery/sessions-and-funding) - [Meet the Team](https://meynell.school/nursery/meet-the-team) - [Helping Your Child Transition To Nursery](https://meynell.school/nursery/helping-your-child-transition-to-nursery) ![Meynell Nursery & Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/meynell-primary-school/images/logo/Meynell_White_Dual-2x.png) ### Meynell Nursery & Primary School Meynell Road Sheffield S5 8GN (0114) 231 1425 ### Helpful Links - [Contact Us](https://meynell.school/contact) - [Vacancies](https://meynell.school/join-us/vacancies) - [Accessibility](https://meynell.school/accessibility-statement) - [Cookies](https://meynell.school/cookie-policy) - [Policies](https://meynell.school/this-is-us/important-information/policies) - [INOVA](https://www.inovamat.org/) ### Portals - [ParentPay](https://meynell.school/parents/parent-pay) - [SeeSaw](https://meynell.school/parents/seesaw) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Wisewood-Community-Primary-School-1676660045934142) ### Translation © Copyright 2026 Meynell Nursery & Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://meynell.school/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)