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Whitchurch CE Primary School Nursery
Whitchurch VA School, Whitchurch, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6DA
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 52 Limited spaces
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Nurseries in Ross-on-Wye
Ross-on-Wye is a historic Herefordshire market town set above a sweeping bend of the River Wye, with the Market House and St Mary’s Church among its best known landmarks. The town and surrounding communities use the HR9 postcode district, while funded early years childcare is administered by Herefordshire Council.
Childcare numbers for Ross-on-Wye
Daily fees range
£30
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Outstanding nurseries
1
100% of nurseries
Funded childcare
1
100% offer funding
Total nurseries
1
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£90/week
· £4680/year
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How to Apply for Funded Childcare in Ross-on-Wye?
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Nursery questions in Ross-on-Wye
What postcode covers nurseries in Ross-on-Wye?
HR9 is the main postcode district for Ross-on-Wye. It also extends into surrounding villages and countryside, so the full address is useful when comparing nearby childcare.
How much funded childcare can Ross-on-Wye families receive?
All 3 and 4 year olds can receive 15 funded hours a week. Eligible working families can receive up to 30 funded hours a week from 9 months old until school age, normally across 38 weeks of the year.
Can Ross-on-Wye families use funded childcare in Gloucestershire?
Yes. Herefordshire funded childcare can be used with an approved provider in neighbouring English council areas, including Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and Shropshire. The English funded entitlement cannot be used at a childcare provider in Wales.
What if a nursery cannot offer all 30 funded hours?
You do not have to use the full entitlement with one provider. Funded hours can be divided between more than one approved childcare provider, which can help if one setting cannot offer the days or sessions you need.
Can funded nursery hours be stretched across the year?
Yes, where the provider offers this option. The same annual entitlement can be taken as fewer hours each week across up to 52 weeks, rather than using the full weekly amount over 38 weeks.
Can a Ross-on-Wye nursery charge extra for a funded place?
A nursery cannot charge a top up fee for the funded hours or require a registration fee as a condition of taking a funded place. Separate optional charges can apply for meals, nappies, additional hours or activities.
When will my child’s funded childcare start?
Funding begins from the term after your child reaches the qualifying age and meets the eligibility rules. The main start dates are 1 January, 1 April and 1 September, depending on the child’s birthday.
Is extra support available if my child has SEND?
Yes. Most early years settings make reasonable adjustments as part of their usual SEND support. Where a child has more significant or complex needs, Early Years Inclusion Funding may provide additional support to the setting.
What should I compare before choosing a nursery in Ross-on-Wye?
Check the opening hours, funded session pattern, fees for extras, age range, SEND provision and Ofsted information. For families travelling from surrounding rural areas, drop off and collection times can be just as important as the nursery’s distance from home.