Starting Pre-school is an important time for both children and their parents.  We hope that this booklet will explain a little about us and perhaps answer some of the questions you might have.  You are always welcome to come and chat to the staff and see what we offer
Beansheaf pre-school is run by a voluntary committee of parents who, along with the staff, provide a “good” rated setting by Ofsted.  Sessions are held in the Linear hall, Beansheaf community centre.  Beansheaf  Pre-school welcomes all staff, volunteers, children and their families and carers committed to the care and education of the children regardless of ethnic group, religion, race, nationality, first language, disability, age, status, sexual orientation, medical requirements, offending background or social or family commitments.
 
Our overall objective is to provide a nurturing environment which we believe will inspire all children to learn and develop well.  We aim to provide high quality care and education in a safe, well-equipped and stimulating environment which promotes learning through play, using a wide range of resources, and which most importantly is fun!  We ensure that all children feel relaxed, comfortable, listened to, valued and treated with respect.  All children are treated as individuals and are encouraged to develop and learn at their own pace.  Through a wide range of activities we provide them with opportunities to develop their social, physical, emotional and communication skills.
 
Beansheaf Pre-school is registered with Ofsted to provide full day care on Mondays through to Friday for children aged 2 to 5 years.

Fees and Funding

 

 two-year-olds 

 

Some two-year-olds are eligible for 15 / 30 hours per week. Eligibility depends on circumstances

 

From September 2025 eligible working families with children aged 9 months up to school age will be able to claim up to 30 Hours per week of free early education from the term after their second birthday 

Both parents (or the sole parent) must expect to work at least 16 hours per week at minimum wage with no annual income over £100,000 

 

A number of two-year-olds are eligible for 15 hours a week of free early education generally based on household income, benefits or special conditions for example a disability. 

 

Three/four -year-olds 

 

Every child aged 3 or 4 in England is entitled to 15 hours per week of free early years education.

The entitlement starts from the term after the child’s third birthday for example 

Born 01 Jan – 31 Mar eligible from April 

01 Apr-31 Aug eligible from September 

01 Sep – 31 Dec eligible from January 

 

There are no income or work requirements for this universal 15-hour  entitlement. It applies regardless or parental income or employment status 

 

Extended entitlement 

 

In addition to the 15-hour entitlement there is an extended entitlement of up to 30 hours per week of early education for eligible working families with 3- and 4-year-olds. To qualify you must meet eligibility criteria. 

 

Parents must live in England and using an approved childcare 

 

Both parents, if a couple must be working (or the sole parent working) and expect to earn at least a certain minimum (equivalent to 16 hours per week at min wage) over next three months 

 

No parents must have an individual adjusted net income exceeding £100,000 per year 

 

A valid eligibility code must be obtained from HMRC and given to the pre-school 

 

If you meet the criteria, you child could have up to 30 hours per week of funded childcare 

 

If you do not meet the extended eligibility, you still have the 15 hours entitlement

 

 

 

Please use link below to check eligibility 

 

 

https://www.gov.uk/free-childcare-if-working/check-youre-eligible

 

 

 

Charges for extra sessions or children not eligible for free childcare 

 

Our fees are £20 per session for children over 2 years old 

Our fees are set at a level which covers hall rental and staffing. Fundraising activities cover all other expenses.  Fees are payable at the beginning of each half term.  Late payment may incur a charge; however further arrangements can be made if any parent is having difficulty paying their fees – please contact the Manager.

Breakfast club is included for 30 hour funded children, for all other children a voluntary fee of £2.50 is requested  which includes a hot or cold breakfast, please give 24 hours’ notice 

 
Our latest Ofsted report  rated us as good in all areas.  To view this report, please ask a member of staff, visit our website or ofsted.co.uk
 
The Pre-school is a registered charity.