Nursery & Reception

Nursery and Reception Admissions


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At All Hallows, we are delighted to welcome children into our Nursery Class in the school term following their third birthday and into the Reception class in the September when they are four years old.

The Day’s Structure

Our Nursery Class and Reception Class’ day run from 8:25 to 16:05, encompassing a comprehensive schedule of activities. The cost, as outlined in our fee schedule.

For those with demanding schedules, we offer a convenient early drop off at 8:00, as well as a late pick-up option at 17:00 for our Reception Class at no additional cost. Children in Nursery Class are welcome to join us at 8:20 and stay until 16:30 at a nominal additional cost.

If you have flexible working patterns or shifts, please don't hesitate to reach out to us; we are committed to accommodating your needs.

Term-Time Schedule

It's important to note that our Nursery operates during term time only, aligning with the All Hallows School calendar.

Enriching Experiences

At All Hallows, we pride ourselves on providing a diverse range of opportunities for children in Nursery and Reception. Our curriculum includes engaging activities such as Forest School, Dance, P.E., Music, and Swimming. Your child will have full access to our excellent facilities and benefit from the expertise of our specialist teaching staff.

We understand that choosing the right educational environment for your child is a significant decision, and we look forward for the opportunity to nurture and support their growth at All Hallows.

Support with fees


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Employer Childcare voucher schemes

We support a number of different company childcare voucher schemes. If you have subscribed to such a scheme, do please contact us to confirm that we are able to support your scheme. If we are not already supporting it, we are very happy to consider registering with any company your employer may use.

Early Years Entitlement

Any child aged between three and five (the term in which their fifth birthday falls) is eligible for the Early Years Entitlement grant, which will reduce your fees. You will need to meet a certain criteria to receive the additional 15 hours.

We will claim the grant on your behalf and deduct it from your fees. You will need to complete a form and show us your child’s original birth certificate.

NB: If you are also using another Nursery and receiving funding please let us know.

To verify your eligibility, please check the gov.uk website www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/, or speak to our Registrar, Jackie Truelove.

Anything Else…

If you have any questions or would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to assist you on this exciting journey.

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