Fees & Grants

At Little Sparks Clayton le Moors, we believe high-quality childcare should be accessible and transparent. On this page, you’ll find clear information about our fees, as well as the funding options and government schemes that may help towards the cost of your child’s place. We’re here to guide you through your choices and help you find the best solution for your family’s needs.

If you’d like to discuss fees in more detail or check what funding you might be eligible for, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Our team is always happy to help.

General Nursery Fees

Half day AM

7.30-12.30 or 8-1

Half day PM

12.30-5.30 or 1-6

Full Day

7.30-6

Full week

Extra hours care

Babies

0-2 years

£46.00

£42.00

£62.00

£274

£8.00

Toddlers

2-3 years

£44.00

£40.00

£60

£260

£8.00

Preschool

3-4 years

£43.00

£38.00

£57

£257

£8.00

Free Funded Fee Top Ups

Lunch - £5.00 per day
Tea - £4.00 per day

All-inclusive 2 years up
Full day £3.50
Half day £1.75

All inclusive 0- 2
Full day £6.00
Half day £3.00

Payment Information

Nursery fees are calculated monthly based on the number of days your child attends in that month. We kindly ask that all fees are paid at the beginning of each month.

For your convenience, payments can be made via BACS transfer.

We’re pleased to accept Tax-Free Childcare payments, as well as childcare vouchers, to help make your childcare costs more manageable.

Funding Information

15 Hours Free Childcare
All children aged 3 and over are entitled to 15 hours of free childcare each week.

30 Hours Free Childcare
Working families may be eligible for up to 30 hours of free childcare per week for children aged 3 and 4. Find out more and apply at childcarechoices.gov.uk.

Funding for Children Aged 2 Years and 9 Months
Working families may also be able to access funding when their child reaches 2 years and 9 months. Visit childcarechoices.gov.uk for details.

Tax-Free Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare is available to help working families with childcare costs. Check eligibility and apply at childcarechoices.gov.uk.

Funded Childcare for 2-Year-Olds
Families on lower incomes may be eligible for funded childcare for 2-year-olds. For more information and to apply, visit Lancashire County Council’s website.

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