Sessions & Fees

Simple term-time sessions for pre-school families

Morning, lunch and afternoon sessions give children a clear rhythm to the day, with options for funded and non-funded places.

Toddler sitting at a low table with a bowl of snacks during session time
Morning, lunch club and afternoon sessions

Session Times

Our pre-school day

The pre-school runs Monday to Friday during school terms. Families can use morning, lunch and afternoon sessions depending on availability.

9:00am - 12:00 noon

Morning Session

A calm start to the day with play, routines and early learning activities.

12:00 noon - 1:00pm

Lunch Club

A supervised lunchtime session between morning and afternoon care.

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Afternoon Session

Afternoon play, activities and routines before collection.

Fees

Current fee guidance

These fees show our current session charges.

3 / 4 year olds

Non-funded session

£16.50

Per 3-hour session

Lunch Club

Midday care

£5.50

Per 1-hour session

Consumables

Voluntary contribution

£1

Per session

Funding Support

Funded childcare and help with costs

You may be eligible for childcare funding, including funded hours for children from 9 months to 5 years, Tax-Free Childcare, Universal Credit, vouchers and other support.

Funded places are subject to session availability and staffing ratios.

Next Steps

Interested in a place?

If you would like your child to join Wirksworth Pre-school Playgroup, complete an application enquiry and the team will contact you when a suitable place is available.

Apply for a Place