Fees & Funding

Services Offered

Daily opening times	8.00 am to 6.00 pm
Weeks open in year	51weeks (We are only closed on bank holidays, Christmas holidays from 24^th December to 31^st December and three inset days for the year, one for each term)
Term time only places	We do not offer term time only places
Available sessions	Morning: 8.00 am – 1.00 pm Afternoon: 1.00 pm – 6.00 pm Full day: 8.00 am – 6.00 pm
Age ranges	3 months to 5 years

Funding Offer & Delivery Patterns

Funded Offer and Delivery Patterns
Type of funding	Options	Session Times	Total funded hours per day	Days of the week	Term time availability	Stretched hours
15 hrs funding for children aged 2 receiving some additional forms of support	Option 1 2 half days per week plus one half day each month.	Morning half day session: 8.00 am – 1.00 pm Afternoon half day session: 1.00 pm – 6.00 pm	5 hours	Mondays-Fridays	No	Yes
	Option 2 1 full day per week plus one half day each month	Full day: 8.00 am – 6.00 pm Half day: 8.00 am – 1.00 pm or 1.00 pm – 6.00 pm	10 hours	Mondays-Fridays	No	Yes
30 hrs funding for eligible working families (9 months – 4 year old children)	2 full days per week plus 1 full day each month	8.00 am – 6.00 pm	10 hours	Mondays-Fridays	No	Yes
15 hrs universal funding (3 and 4 year old children)	Option 1 2 half days per week plus one half day each month	Morning half day session: 8.00 am – 1.00 pm Afternoon half day session: 1.00 pm – 6.00 pm	5 hours	Mondays-Fridays	No	Yes
15 hrs universal funding (3 and 4 year old children)	Option 2 1 full day per week plus one half day per month	Full day: 8.00 am – 6.00 pm Half day: 8.00 am – 1.00 pm or 1.00 pm – 6.00 pm	10 hours	Mondays-Fridays	No	Yes
Additional Information: Placements for 2-year-old children receiving additional support (Lewisham Twos) are fully funded and incur no additional charges. For children accessing ‘working parents’ funding and those using universal funding for 3- and 4-year-olds, there will be charges for meals, consumables, and extracurricular activities if parents or carers choose to opt in for these extras. For more detailed information about chargeable extras, please refer to Table 5.

Charges For Additional Hours or Sessions

For all age groups from 3 months to 5 years, any additional sessions beyond the funded childcare will incur a flat daily rate of £76.70 or a half-day rate of £43.20 during the academic year 2026/2027. Below is a detailed breakdown of our funding options and booking choices.

Nursery fees without government funding effective from 1st September 2026
>Number of days	Full day (£76.70) Monthly fee	Half day (£43.20) Monthly fee
>2	£651.95	–
>3	£977.95	£550.80
>4	£1,303.90	£734.40
>5	£1,466.25 (£69.00 per day)	£826.65 (£38.90 per session)

*Fees include meals, consumables, and extra-curricular activities.

Nursery fees including 30 hrs funding for eligible working families (9 months – 4 years old children)
Number of days	Monthly fee
2 (plus 1 day a month)	£103.55
3	£352.85
4	£678.85
5	£914.30 (discounted)

*Fees include meals, consumables, and extra-curricular activities

Nursery fees including 15 hrs of universal funding (3 and 4-year-old children)
No of days	Full day	Half day
1	£54.00 (including one additional half-day a month)	–
2	£346.45	£72.70 (including one additional half-day a month)
3	£672.45	£213.10
4	£998.40	£393.60
5	£1,196.90 (discounted)	£543.75 (discounted)

*Fees include meals, consumables, and extra-curricular activities

Chargeable Extras

While government funding provides valuable assistance in covering some childcare costs, there are additional expenses associated with essentials and extras that contribute to a well-rounded experience.

Our fees include the cost of any chargeable hours that exceed the allocated funding, as well as these additional expenses. While participation in these extra services is optional, they play a significant role in enhancing your child’s overall journey with us, fostering growth, creativity, and memorable moments.

Here is a detailed list of the optional charges:
Food £8.65/ day £5.40/ half-day session	Meals include the following meal times: Breakfast at 8:45 am Lunch at 11:45 am Tea at 4:45 pm We also offer snacks and fruit at 10:30 am and 3:15 pm.
In addition to regular meals, we provide special dishes for celebrations and festivals, as well as refreshments for family events and seasonal gatherings. We offer a variety of food items for activities focused on topics such as food from around the world and food tasting sessions. To alleviate the stress of meal preparation, we serve hearty, delicious meals, along with nutritious snacks and fresh fruit, to keep the children happy and energised. We take pride in freshly preparing all our healthy and balanced meals on-site. We are also attentive to the special dietary needs of our children, ensuring we follow precautions for allergies and intolerances.

Here is a detailed list of the optional charges:

Food

£8.65/ day

£5.40/ half-day session

Meals include the following meal times:

Breakfast at 8:45 am
Lunch at 11:45 am
Tea at 4:45 pm

We also offer snacks and fruit at 10:30 am and 3:15 pm.

In addition to regular meals, we provide special dishes for celebrations and festivals, as well as refreshments for family events and seasonal gatherings. We offer a variety of food items for activities focused on topics such as food from around the world and food tasting sessions.

To alleviate the stress of meal preparation, we serve hearty, delicious meals, along with nutritious snacks and fresh fruit, to keep the children happy and energised.

We take pride in freshly preparing all our healthy and balanced meals on-site. We are also attentive to the special dietary needs of our children, ensuring we follow precautions for allergies and intolerances.

Extra-Curricular Activities &Experiences

£1.15/ day

Forest school

Music and Dance

Multisport sessions

Outings

Our nursery proudly offers a variety of enriching extra-curricular activities led by specialist external providers or our trained staff, all designed to support the holistic development of each child. These engaging classes provide numerous benefits, fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth.

In addition to these regular classes, we also offer a range of valuable experiences within the nursery and organise exciting outings to our local communities.

Consumables

£1.10/ day

Ovivio App

Personal care items

Our nursery software app, Ovivio, offers numerous benefits for parents, providing reassurance and peace of mind regarding their child’s well-being and development while at nursery. Ovivio features:

Daily Updates: Parents receive a daily overview of their child’s day, including photos, videos, and reports on activities, meals, naps, and nappy changes.
Insight into Learning and Development: Parents can track their child’s learning journey, observations, and developmental milestones through the app.
Increased Involvement: Parents have the opportunity to contribute to their child’s learning journal by sharing observations and achievements from home.
Direct Communication with Staff: The app includes a messaging option for easy communication with the nursery team.
Accident and Incident Reporting: In the event of an accident, the app provides detailed information about the incident and the steps taken to address it.

Additionally, our nursery supplies all necessary equipment to ensure children’s personal care needs are met during their time at the nursery. This includes wipes, sun cream, nappies, facial tissues, aprons, first-aid supplies, and medication.

Opt-Out Policy & Reasonable Alternatives

When enrolling with the nursery, you have the option to opt out of the voluntary contributions listed in the tables above, which include meals, consumables, and extracurricular activities.

However, please note that opting out of voluntary contributions will significantly affect our ability to provide a range of essential services that enhance your child’s nursery experience. Here’s a closer look at how your choice could influence our offerings:

Food: Our “Food from Home” policy is specifically crafted to ensure the health and safety of all children in our care. We are committed to maintaining a nutritious and balanced environment; therefore, any food brought from home that does not meet the policy guidelines cannot be served. If you decide to opt in or out of nursery-provided meals, please be sure to notify us at least three months in advance. This notice period allows us to adjust our meal planning and accommodate your preferences effectively.
Extra-Curricular Activities, Experiences, and Outings: Participation in our exciting range of extra-curricular activities, special experiences, and outings will not be available for children whose families opt out. These activities are designed to enrich your child’s learning and social development, providing valuable opportunities to explore, create, and connect with peers. However, we assure you that during these times, all children will continue to engage in educational activities within the nursery that promote growth and exploration.
Nursery Software App and Other Consumables: The nursery software app, which plays a vital role in communication and information sharing between the nursery and families, will be unavailable to those who choose to opt out. Additionally, we kindly ask that all necessary consumables, such as personal supplies, be provided daily in a clearly labelled bag to ensure your child has what they need for a successful day.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding and support in these matters. It plays a crucial role in creating a nurturing, stimulating, and vibrant environment for every child in our care, allowing us to fully support their development and well-being.

Other Charges

Registration fees

Upon acceptance of the Application Form, a non-refundable registration fee of £35 is required. This fee confirms that the child’s details are added to the waiting list for admission.

Please be advised that if you choose to enrol your child at Oak and Wren Day Nursery for the specific purpose of utilising the 15/30 free hours offer, you will not be required to pay a registration fee. However, it’s important to note that families who intend to use the Nursery for more than their child’s allocated free 15/30 hours will be subject to paying a registration fee.

Security Deposit

If applicable, upon offering a place to your child, Oak and Wren Day Nursery requires a deposit equivalent to half of your child’s monthly fees. The nursery will hold this deposit for the entire duration of your child’s stay and will refund it at the end of the stay, provided that a full month’s written notice is given prior to your child leaving the nursery. It is important to note that payment of the deposit signifies your acceptance of the nursery’s terms and conditions.

The deposit is not required for parents who are only using the 15/30 hours free offer.

Late Collection charges

If a parent or carer is unable to collect their child at the agreed time, we kindly ask that they notify the nursery as soon as possible. The nursery has a policy to ensure the child’s safety and well-being.

In such situations, a charge of £5 will be applied for the first 15 minutes of lateness and £7.50 for every subsequent 15 minutes.

This policy is designed to ensure adequate supervision and care for the child until they can be safely collected.