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FAQ's
Frequently asked questions
General Nursery Questions
Settling Into Nursery
Our Nursery Curriculum
Outdoor Learning
Meals and Nutrition
Sleep and Routines
Health and Safety
Funding and Fees
Behaviour and Emotional Wellbeing
Toilet Training
Special Educational Needs SEND
Daily Life at Nursery
Preparing for School
Children can usually start nursery from 3 months old, depending on the nursery's admission policy. Every child is different, so we'll work with you to ensure they settle in comfortably and receive the care and support they need from their first day. At Victoria Place Day Nursery, we start children from as young as 6 months old.
Children can join our nursery from 6 months old, depending on availability. We accept new starters throughout the year and work closely with families to make the transition into nursery smooth and enjoyable as possible. We also welcome children who are eligible for funded childcare places from 9 months, 2 years or 3 years, depending on current government eligibility.please click on the link below to check your eligibility.Free Childcare for Working Parents: Check if you're eligible - GOV.UK
Registering your child is simple. Contact us to arrange a visit to our nursery, where you can meet our team, explore our facilities, and ask any questions. If you would like to secure a place, we will guide you through the registration process, complete the necessary paperwork, and discuss your preferred start date subject to availability.
Availability can vary throughout the year depending on your child's age and the sessions you require. If your preferred place is not immediately available, we will add your child to our waiting list and keep you updated as soon as a suitable place becomes available.
Yes. We encourage all families to visit our nursery before enrolling their child. A visit gives you the opportunity to meet our friendly team, explore our learning environment, and ask any questions about our childcare, daily routines, and curriculum. Contact us to arrange a tour at a time that suits you.Or simply request a call back at a time that works best for you by clicking the call back button at the top of our page.
Yes. We offer settling-in sessions to help your child become familiar with the nursery environment, meet their key person, and build confidence before their official start date. These sessions are planned around your child's individual needs and help make the transition into nursery as smooth and reassuring as possible for both children and parents.
Our nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 07.30 am to 6 pm, excluding bank holidays and selected closure dates. Plus five days over the Christmas period, fees are calculated over a 51 week period. We offer flexible childcare sessions to support the needs of busy families. If you have specific requirements, please get in touch and we will be happy to discuss the options available
Yes. Our nursery is open throughout the year, including school holidays, providing consistent childcare for working families. We are closed on bank holidays and five days over the Christmas period. Please contact us for our full opening calendar and holiday closure dates.
Yes. Our nursery is closed on all UK bank holidays. We may also close on selected dates, such as five days over the Christmas period or for staff training. Any planned closures are shared with families in advance so you can plan your childcare arrangements.
Please bring a labelled bag containing a spare change of clothes, nappies and wipes (if needed), weather-appropriate clothing, such as a coat, hat, or wellies. If your child uses a comforter or dummy for naps, you are welcome to send these too. We will let you know if anything else is needed before your child's first day.
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