Fees and Funding Options
At Southgate Early Years, we offer flexible childcare options to suit the needs of working families, with both Term Time Only and Full Year places available. We also accept all eligible UK Government-funded childcare*.
*Government funding covers your child's early education and childcare entitlement. It does not cover additional services such as meals or optional enrichment activities where applicable. Any additional charges will always be clearly explained before your child starts.
Government-Funded Childcare
15 Hours Funded Childcare
Eligible children can receive 15 hours of funded childcare per week (up to 570 hours per year).
This funding is available for:
Eligible children aged 9 months to 2 years
All 3 and 4-year-olds
The funding can be taken:
Term Time: 15 hours per week for 38 weeks
Stretched: Fewer hours per week across the full year (subject to availability)
Government-Funded Childcare
30 Hours Funded Childcare
Working parents of eligible children aged 9 months to 4 years may be entitled to 30 funded hours per week (up to 1,140 hours per year).
The funding can be used:
During term time
Stretched across the full year
Eligibility is determined by HM Government.
Apply online before your child starts to ensure funding is in place.