Making Childcare More Affordable
At Morning Star Nursery, we are committed to making high-quality early years education accessible and affordable for families. We support government-funded childcare, enabling eligible children to receive 15 or 30 hours of funded childcare.
At Morning Star Nursery, we only offer stretched funding over 51 weeks, for our Babies and Toddlers ensuring that families can access childcare all year round. This means funded hours are distributed evenly across the year, providing consistent support for working parents.
All 3 and 4-year-olds are entitled to 15 hours of free childcare, with some working parents qualifying for 30 hours.
Eligible 9 months – 2-year-olds from working families can receive 15 hours of funded childcare.
From September 2025, all eligible children from 9 months old will be able to apply for 30 hours of funded childcare, subject to government criteria.
How Funding Works at Our Nursery
We offer stretched funding, ensuring that your allocated funded hours are spread across 51 weeks of the year, rather than just during term time. This makes childcare more reliable and consistent for families who need year-round support.
💡 Please note that funding covers only the cost of childcare hours. Meals and additional services may require a small supplement.
Our nurseries are open 51 weeks a year, closing only for one week at Christmas and bank holidays, giving families a dependable childcare option all year round.
How to Apply for Nursery Funding at Morning Star Nursery
Applying for funding is simple, and our team is here to guide you through the process.
1️⃣ Check Your Eligibility – Visit Childcare Choices to see what funding you qualify for.
2️⃣ Apply for a Code (If Needed) – If applying for 30 hours funding, you must register for a code through the government portal.
3️⃣ Provide Your Code to Us – Once you have your funding code, share it with our nursery team so we can apply it to your childcare fees.
4️⃣ Confirm Your Sessions – We will work with you to allocate your funded hours in a way that suits your childcare needs.
If you have any questions about funding, eligibility, or the application process, our team is happy to help. Contact us today to find out more about how we can support you with funded childcare at Morning Star Nursery!