
Nurseries in Thurmaston
Compare nurseries in Thurmaston by funded childcare, fees, opening hours and SEND support. Families are covered by Leicestershire County Council and the Charnwood Family Hub network.
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How to Apply for Funded Childcare in Thurmaston?
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Nursery questions in Thurmaston
Can working parents get 30 funded hours in Thurmaston?
Yes. Eligible working parents can get up to 30 funded hours a week from the period after their child turns 9 months until school age.
Do all 3 and 4 year olds in Thurmaston get funded childcare?
Yes. All 3 and 4 year olds get 570 funded hours a year, usually 15 hours a week for 38 weeks.
Can funded childcare be spread across more weeks?
Yes. Up to 1,140 annual hours can be spread over more than 38 weeks if your provider offers stretched funding.
Can I split funded hours between 2 childcare settings?
Yes. Leicestershire allows funded hours to be split between a maximum of 2 settings in 1 day.
Can Thurmaston nurseries charge extra with funded hours?
Yes. Meals, nappies, extra hours and trips can cost extra, but they cannot be compulsory for accessing a funded place.
Who should I speak to about SEND at a Thurmaston nursery?
Speak to the nursery SENCO. Every childcare setting has a SENCO who helps plan support with parents and staff.
Can my child's nursery get extra SEND funding?
Yes. Eligible settings can apply for Inclusion Funding when a child with complex needs requires additional support.
Is Portage available for young children in Thurmaston?
Yes. Leicestershire Portage supports eligible children from birth to age 3 at home or in their early years setting.
Where can Thurmaston families get Family Hub support?
Charnwood Family Hubs provide baby clinics, play sessions, parenting support, baby massage and help accessing funded childcare.
What postcode covers Thurmaston nurseries?
Thurmaston is mainly within the LE4 postcode area. Thurmaston Community Centre is at LE4 8NJ.