Hythe
Nursling
Basingstoke
Southampton
Hythe
Fees
Choosing childcare is about more than numbers - it’s about trust, reassurance and knowing your child will feel happy, safe and settled each day. Our approach to fees is designed to support a calm, well-organised nursery environment, giving children a joyful and inspiring start in life and helping parents feel confident and at ease.
We know how hard it is to choose the right nursery - the worry of leaving your child can stay with you all day. We aim to make everything as clear and straightforward as possible, with no surprises and plenty of opportunity to talk things through, so you can feel confident & calm from day one.
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Practitioner talking with parent while child plays nearby
Warm, calm, and relaxed interaction
Bright, welcoming nursery environment
Smiles and gentle engagement
Government Funding
We offer all eligible government funding schemes for children aged 2, 3 and 4, in line with current legislation.
Funded Hours Explained
Funded hours cover the care and education elements of your child’s place - giving you peace of mind that the essential learning and development are fully supported.
These hours can be used flexibly across available sessions, giving you freedom and convenience while your child benefits from a smooth, stress-free day that supports their growth and happiness.
To access government-funded hours, parents apply directly for the relevant entitlement and share their funding details with us. We’ll then help you make the most of your funded hours, to support a smooth nursery experience that works best for your family.
While these hours cover the core care and education, we ask for a small contribution for nutritious meals and snacks, consumables, and everyday essentials to help us provide everything your child needs to thrive and enjoy their day, allowing you to relax knowing the little details are taken care of.
We believe in transparency: any additional costs are explained clearly and discussed with you in advance. This ensures you can make confident, informed decisions and focus on the experience, rather than worrying about hidden fees.
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1–2 children playing, learning, or exploring confidently
Practitioner observing or subtly guiding at child’s level
Bright, safe, welcoming nursery environment
Expressions of focus, curiosity, and contentment
Our Approach
We believe that a calm start to the day makes a real difference to how children feel and thrive. By offering clear, transparent pricing and taking care of the everyday essentials, we help remove unnecessary stress for families and create consistency for children.
Our fees reflect the quality of care, attention and environment we provide, while remaining open, fair and supportive of different family circumstances.
All government-funded childcare hours are offered in line with current guidance, with no top-up charges for the funded care itself.
What We Provide
We aim to make nursery life as simple and reassuring as possible for families. Depending on your child’s sessions, fees may include:
Warm, high-quality care in a safe, nurturing environment where your child is known, supported and encouraged
Consistent daily routines, guided by familiar adults who build trusted relationships with your child
A broad range of play-based experiences that support learning, curiosity and confidence
Freshly prepared meals and snacks, thoughtfully provided to keep children energised and happy throughout the day (subject to a small charge)
Nappies, wipes and everyday care essentials, already here and taken care of (subject to a small charge)
Careful support for special dietary needs and individual preferences
By taking care of these daily details, we help create smooth, unhurried days so children can focus on playing, learning and enjoying their time with us - and parents can leave feeling confident their child has everything they need.
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2–3 children happily playing or exploring in a safe, organised nursery environment
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Children focused, smiling, and confident
Environment showing thoughtful provision (toys, learning areas, bright spaces)
Meals, Consumables & Essential Extras
We believe clarity brings peace of mind. Where additional charges apply, these are itemised and discussed openly.
These will include:
Meals and snacks that help your child feel strong and happy - without you worrying
Nappies, wipes, and everyday essentials are all provided - no lists, no last-minute dashes, no guilt
Meaningful moments and experiences that support learning through play - while your child simply enjoys being themselves
We’re always happy to talk through individual preferences and explain our fees and funding approach during your visit, so everything feels clear, comfortable and understood from the outset.
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Children relaxed, confident, and happy
Fees by Age & Session
Our team will always help you understand how fees apply to your child’s attendance pattern and funding eligibility.
Fee Reviews & Notice Periods
We believe that predictability and continuity are key to helping your child thrive. In order to ensure we can maintain stable staffing and consistently provide a high-quality, safe and inspiring environment, we review our fees periodically. Any changes are communicated clearly and with one months notice.
Full details around notice periods and attendance changes will be shared before your child starts.
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Practitioner talking with a parent while child plays nearby
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Bright, welcoming nursery environment
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Support with Funding & Payments
We know navigating funding and childcare costs can be confusing. While parents are responsible for applying for government-funded hours and other support, our team is on hand to explain the process, answer questions, and help you make the most of the support available, including:
Government-funded childcare hours
Tax-Free Childcare
Universal Credit childcare support
Other available payment options
During your visit, we’ll walk you through everything clearly and calmly, helping you unlock the support available and ensure your child enjoys everything the nursery has to offer- from engaging learning experiences to smooth, well-resourced days - while giving yourself confidence and peace of mind so you leave feeling informed, reassured, and ready to focus on what matters most: your child’s enjoyment and development.
Talk to Us
Many parents tell us that talking through fees helps them breathe easier - we’re here to support you.
Whilst we are always happy to talk on the phone, we believe these conversations are best had in person. If you have any questions about fees, funding or how things work day-to-day, we’d love to talk things through with you.
When you visit the nursery, our team will take the time to explain everything clearly - so you can leave feeling calm, informed and confident that your child is in safe, caring hands.
Book a visit or get in touch with our team to find out more.