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Our Ethos
Little Acorns is a natural and homely Pre-school. We provide a nurturing, calm environment with opportunities for exploration, extended learning, building independence and resilience. We encourage parent partnerships, working with parents for the development of their child. We are responsive to children's needs and all children are respected and valued.
Funding and Fees
All three and four-year-olds are entitled to fifteen hours of funded education a week with a 'registered provider'.
Three year olds are automatically able to access 15 hours of funding the term after their third birthday.
Eligible three and four year olds may also be able to access an additional 15 hours of funding. Please check www.childcarechoices.gov.uk for the eligibility criteria.
Some 2 year olds may be eligible for a Golden Ticket .Please check www.suffolk.gov.uk/two for the eligibility criteria.
Under the government funding scheme from April 2024 eligible 2 year olds may also be entitled to 15 hours funding. Please check www.childcarechoices.gov.uk to see if your child is eligible.
Eligible 2 year olds under the funding scheme will automatically receive 30 hours funding the term after they turn three.
There is an additional consumable charge of 50p per session for funded children.
In addition to your child's government funded hours, you can also pay for additional hours, subject to availability.
Fees from 1st April 2024 are:
£6.90 per hour for 2 year olds
£6.50 per hour for 3/4 year olds
Parents are invoiced monthly for any fees and sundries charges.
Opening Times
We are open 38 weeks of the year during term time. We follow Sidegate Primary term dates as closely as possible.
Our opening hours are 8am - 4pm.
We offer an 8am, 8.30am or 9am start. Morning sessions end at either 12 noon or 1pm.
The afternoon sessions are 1-4 pm.
All day attendance can end at either 3pm or 4pm.
Funded hours can be accessed through any combination of these sessions.
Lunch is part of the morning session that ends at 1pm. Children must bring a packed lunch.
