Package 3: Additional information

Families who choose not to pay for additional services

We understand that circumstances vary. This policy explains what happens if a parent or carer chooses not to pay for optional extras. Our aim is to remain fair, transparent, and supportive while ensuring compliance with local authority guidance.

We offer a limited number of Bursary or fully funded spaces for families who choose not to pay for additional services. These spaces are allocated in line with our Admission Policy, prioritising University and Imago employees and students. If all fully funded spaces are taken, families may join our waiting list.

Bursary or fully funded places are usually available on specific days e.g. Monday or Friday however alternative days may be offered subject to availability.

Parents who choose not to take the all-inclusive package should speak directly to the Head of Nursery to agree on arrangements that suit both the family and the nursery prior to starting. These places are offered on a termly basis and reviewed before each new term.
 

What parents must provide (funded hours only)

If you access funded only hours, you agree to provide the following items for every session, as these are not covered by the FEEE funding:

Meals and Snacks

• Breakfast: Must be taken at home.
• AM Snack: Healthy snack
• Lunch & Tea: Cold packed food which must adhere to the Early Years nutritional guidance and nursery policy.

Important information

• An allergy information label must be completed daily for all foods including prepacked goods.
• A separate lunchbox for Lunch and Tea labelled with child’s name and meal.
• Include ice packs in lunch boxes (labelled with your child’s name) as we cannot store food in the fridge.
• No food to be provided which may cause an allergic reaction e.g. nuts. (A list will be provided of those foods which are restricted).
• Food must be ready to eat at room temperature (we cannot reheat meals).

Other Essentials

• Refillable water bottle
• Nappies, wipes, and nappy bags (if applicable)
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Spare clothes (all year round)
• Wellies (all year round)
• Seasonal items:
  • Winter – waterproof all-in-one, hat, scarf, gloves
  • Summer – sun hat and sun cream
• Medication: Calpol (if required)
• Extra-curricular: Ingredients or materials as requested (24 hours’ notice given)

Further Information

Items must be supplied from an approved list.

These items need to be provided daily, as we are unable to store consumables in bulk on the premises. We have separate policies in relation to our requirements for extra provisions, including packed meal requirements.

Failure to provide these items correctly may result in your child being unable to attend that day or additional charges being applied.
 

What is not included

Families using a fully funded space will not receive:

• Participation in additional activities (e.g. Hygge, baby massage, Our creative adventure, forest school, trips, cultural celebrations).
• Attendance at certain events (e.g., Christmas, Halloween, graduation) unless EYPP funding applies.
• Gifts or extras provided to non-funded hours.
• Wet bag and nursery backpack.
• Nappies, wipes and tissues.
• Wet weather clothing, hats, gloves and wellies.
• Digital learning journey.