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 reflect the latest published information available to this project and must be confirmed before launch.

3 / 4 year olds

Non-funded session

£16.50

Per 3-hour session

Lunch Club

Midday care

£5

Per 1-hour session

Consumables

Voluntary contribution

£1

Per session

TODO: Confirm current fees before launch. The old website and newer fee document differ on Lunch Club pricing.

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