At Mucky Munchkins Childcare Ltd, we are pleased to offer Government funding opportunities for eligible families. Our Parent Funding Information Packs provide comprehensive details on eligibility requirements and the application process.
Parents can check their eligibility via the Government website: https://www.gov.uk/get-free-childcare-if-youre-working
Ages Groups | Funding |
|---|---|
9 to 23 months Funding | Eligible children may qualify for up to 30 hours of funding per week |
2-Year-Old Funding: | Eligible children may qualify for up to 15 hours of funding per week based on specific benefits/income criteria |
2-Year-Old funding: | Eligible children may qualify for up to 30 hours of funding per week |
3 & 4-Year-Old Funding | Children aged 3 and 4 years automatically receive the universal offer of 15 hours. Eligible children can receive up to 30 hours of funding |
Government funding is provided for 38 weeks of the year. As we are open all year round for 51 weeks, we stretch all hours over the year.
The number of funded hours your child is entitled to per week varies depending on their attendance. Here’s a breakdown of the entitlements:
Number of days a child attends nursery | Funding entitlement per week |
|---|---|
1 Day | 10 Hours |
2 Days | 20 Hours |
3 Days | 30 Hours |
4 Days | 30 Hours |
5 Days | 30 Hours |
As we operate year-round (51 weeks), the funded hours are spread out as follows:
Number of days a child attends nursery | Funding entitlement per week |
|---|---|
1 Day | 7 hours 30 minutes |
2 Days | 14 hours 55 minutes |
3 Days | 22 hours 20 minutes |
4 Days | 22 hours 20 minutes |
5 Days | 22 hours 20 minutes |
We offer the funding at our nursery during the following sessions:
Number of days a child attends nursery | Session times | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Day | 10:30am – 6.00pm | ||||||
2 Days | 10:30am – 6.00pm | 10:35am – 6.00pm | |||||
3 Days | 11:30am – 6.00pm | 10:30am – 6.00pm | 9:40am – 6.00pm | ||||
4 Days | 11:30am – 6.00pm | 10:30am – 6.00pm | 9:40am – 6.00pm | ||||
5 Days | 11:30am – 6.00pm | 10:30am – 6.00pm | 9:40am – 6.00pm | ||||
Number of days a child attends nursery | Session times | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Day | 10:30am – 6.00pm | ||||||
2 Days | 12:30pm – 6.00pm | 12:20pm – 6.00pm | |||||
3 Days | 12:30pm – 6.00pm | 12:20pm – 6.00pm | |||||
4 Days | 12:30pm – 6.00pm | 12:20pm – 6.00pm | |||||
5 Days | 12:30pm – 6.00pm | 12:20pm – 6.00pm | |||||
Funded hours are noted as £0.00 on all invoices, and we do not charge for consumables during the times when funding is accessed
Being open year-round allows us to accommodate families effectively, as funding is distributed throughout the year. We provide full wraparound childcare to meet your family’s working needs, giving parents the confidence that their children are fully supported every day. This ensures peace of mind, knowing that we cater to your specific requirements. This service enables parents to pay for additional private hours, ensuring comprehensive care for your child for 51 weeks each year.
We prioritise transparency and clarity, ensuring that all parents receive the necessary information regarding funding and private hours before reserving your child’s place, allowing for informed decisions about whether our offering meets your family’s needs.
For further information or specific enquiries, please don’t hesitate to reach out or request a Parent Information Pack during your visit. We are here to assist you in navigating the funding options available for your child, ensuring you understand exactly what the funded hours cover and providing details about any additional private hours you may need for our full wraparound childcare offering.