Nursery
Our nursery provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning from an early age.
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Our nursery provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning from an early age.
Welcome to Lift Hazelwood. This web page is dedicated to parents who have a child starting in our nursery classes in September.
Sparrows is our classroom for children aged 2-3 years . We run two Sparrow sessions each day, a morning session 8:30 am- 11:30 am and an afternoon session 12:15 pm-3:15 pm. We take children with two year old funding and parents who wish to pay for their children's sessions. We take children with 15 hour funding, 30 hour funding and give parents the option to pay for additional sessions including lunch.
Hummingbirds is our classroom for children aged 3-4 years. We offer 3 different sessions, a morning session 8:30 am- 11:30 am, an afternoon session 12:15 pm- 3:15 pm and an all day session 9:00 am-3:00 pm. We take children with 15 hour funding, 30 hour funding and give parents the option to pay for additional sessions including lunch.
This web page will provide an induction for both you, and your child. We will provide key information for you as a parent, so you feel prepared for your child to start Nursery in September. Members of the Early Years Team will post videos on here each week so the children can become familiar with some of the staff.
Children attending our nursery are encouraged to wear a school uniform to help them feel part of the school community. We recommend simple, comfortable clothing and easy-to-manage footwear to support independence. A spare set of clothes should be kept on your child’s peg in case a change is needed. Please visit our uniform page to find out more.
Our nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, which sets the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to five years. We focus on developing key skills through play, exploration and active learning. The EYFS is built around these prime areas of learning:
Children will take part in a mix of adult-led activities and independent learning opportunities, designed to help them grow and explore at their own pace.
Your child’s safety is our priority. All gates and entrances are secured during the day, and children are always supervised during play and learning activities. Staff are trained in safeguarding procedures, and two members of staff will be present at dismissal times.
We encourage healthy eating habits from an early age. Children have access to a snack table with milk, water, fruit and crackers throughout the day. Full-time children can bring a packed lunch or have a meal prepared on-site using a seasonal menu.
We value the knowledge and insights you have about your child. Our nursery team will work in partnership with you to support your child’s development and learning journey. Regular communication will help us to understand your child’s needs and celebrate their progress together.
Our nursery offers flexible sessions to suit your family’s needs:
NURSERY FEES FUNDED
If you are looking for a funded place, these may be available from the term following your child’s 2nd or 3rd birthday (as appropriate), and must be applied for and confirmed prior to your child starting at the Nursery.
2 to 3 yrs old (15hrs funding) – Children may eligible to funding depending upon circumstances – please see Swindon Borough Council leaflet D1055/14 (Free, high quality childcare for 2 year olds), and complete ‘Early Education For 2 Year Olds Application Form’. The form should be sent to the address on the form, or alternatively you can call 07823525441 or email Early Years and Childcare Parent Support Officer Lynne Turner LTurne2@swindon.gov.uk and/ or Gemma Ferguson <GFerguson@swindon.gov.uk> or Fjames@swindon.gov.uk. Funding is usually based upon benefits already being claimed and/or household income. If funding has been agreed, please notify us of the Parent/Guardian National Insurance Number(s) and Date of Birth on the application form, for validation purposes with Swindon Borough.
3 to 4 year old (15 hrs funded) - Children are automatically entitled to 15 hours free funding per week, applicable from the term following their 3rd birthday.
3 to 4 year olds (30hrs funded) - From September 2017, 30hr funding may available to working parent(s) meeting specified criteria –visit the Government website at https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare for further information, and to complete an application. This must be applied for during the term before funding is to be used. If funding has been agreed, you will be provided with an 11 digit code. Please enter this code on the Nursery application form, along with the Parent/Guardian National Insurance Number(s) and Date of Birth, and a copy of the notification you have received confirming the funded period. This is for validation purposes with Swindon Borough Council.
REMINDER: You must apply for 30hr funding via the Childcare parenting website, www.childcarechoices.gov.uk. This must be applied for the term prior to the start of the funded period ie if your child turns 3 from 1st January to 31st March or your circumstances change within this period and you believe you may be eligible, applications for 30hr funding must be made by 15th March for funding to be available from the beginning of the following term ie April.
For all funded nursery provision, Parents/Guardians will be issued a Lift Hazelwood Parental Agreement and a ‘Parental Declaration Form for Early Education and Childcare. These will require completion and must be returned to the school office at least 2 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Failure to return forms may result in a nursery place being deferred or your application being put on the waiting list.
Should you have any queries regarding any Government funding, please visit the www.childcarechoices.gov.uk website. Please note: You need to renew your code throughout the year, keep an eye out for emails.
PAYING
Nursery Fees will be applicable for children enrolled prior to any funding start date. Fees are payable monthly. Invoices will be issued termly at the beginning of term, and will identify payment dates and fees due. These will also confirm sessions being charged and/or funded. Invoices will NOT be issued if you are fully funded. You have the option to pay monthly or in lump sum.
Holidays/Absences All Lift Hazelwood Teacher Training Days, School Holidays and Bank Holidays also apply to Nursery, and are not charged for.
Any holidays arranged by parents for Nursery children during school term time must be notified to the School Office in advance. These days will continue to be charged for at the usual rate. Note: if your child is funded, the Borough will not fund any single period in excess of 4 weeks. Please ensure you advise the school office in advance of potential absences of this duration. If paying, absences due to sickness and/ or medical appointments, including hospitalisation, will still require payment of fees for the duration of the absence. If funded, and you believe the absence may be in excess of 4 weeks, please advise the school office as soon as possible.
Nursery Session Fees
2 year old Nursery (Sparrows): 3 hour session /half day - £18.00
Voluntary snack contribution - £1.00
Sessions Times: 8:30am to 11:30am or 12:15pm to 3:15pm
3 year old Nursery (Hummingbird) - 3 hour (half day) - £14.00
Voluntary snack contribution - £1.00
Lunch Break 11:30am to 12:15pm - £3.50
Full Day 8:30am to to 3:15pm- £31.50
Session 8:30am to 11:30am or 12:15pm to 3:15pm
Lift Hazelwood,
Stokesay Drive, Swindon,
Wiltshire
SN5 8DR
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