Funding and Fees
Welcome to BeBright Pre School
We’re so pleased you’re thinking about joining our lovely preschool community. At BeBright, we’re all about creating a safe, happy place where children can grow in confidence, build friendships, and develop a love of learning.
Step 1: Register Your Interest
To begin the process, please complete our short registration form here - Register Your Interest​
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Once submitted, a member of our team will be in touch to arrange a visit.
Step 2: Your Visit to BeBright
Your visit is a chance to:
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See BeBright in action
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Meet our passionate and experienced staff
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Ask any questions you may have
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We’ll also provide a copy of our Admissions Policy (also available here). We encourage you to read it thoroughly to make an informed decision.
Step 3: Securing Your Child’s Place
If you decide to join us, we kindly ask for a refundable enrolment fee of £75, which includes:
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A home visit to meet your child and family
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A welcome pack with a preschool drawstring bag
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Agreement on a start date
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A personalised settling-in plan
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If this fee presents a barrier, please speak to us—we’re here to support all families.
Government Funding
We accept 15 and 30 hours of funded childcare for children aged 2–5.​
As a term-time only setting, we offer the standard funding model across 38 weeks per year.
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If you are in receipt of the 15 hour local authority 2 year old funding, entitled to a supplement called early years pupil premium, a foster family, a family with a social worker allocated or a child with an EHCp or on disability Living Allowance there will be no fees to pay and your child is welcome to attend full day sessions and bring in a packed lunch in line with our healthy eating and packed lunch policy. We are happy to discuss this with you and how to apply at your settling in home visit.
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Learn more about government funding here
Enhanced Curriculum Fee
Government funding covers only the statutory EYFS requirements. To provide the high-quality care and enriching experiences we believe every child deserves, we ask for a modest Enhanced Curriculum Fee (where families are able to contribute).
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This helps us:
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Maintain higher adult-to-child ratios
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Deliver a rich, engaging curriculum
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Support families beyond the classroom
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Invest in staff training and development
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We’re committed to transparency and will always discuss your options with you.
Our Packages
Primary Package
Hours
9am–12pm or 12pm–3pm
Cost
Free
Includes
Bring your own snack (in line with our healthy eating policy)
Enhanced Sunshine
Hours
Mon–Fri, 9am–3pm
Cost
£15/day
Includes
Enhanced curriculum, snacks, 2-course lunch
Enhanced Rainbow
Hours
Mon–Fri, 8:15am–3:45pm
Cost
£20/day
Includes
Enhanced curriculum incl. forest school, all meals
Optional Extras:
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8am start / 4pm finish: £4.50 (3yo), £5.00 (2yo)
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Ad hoc forest school (Sunshine package): £8/session
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Extra hours (if only eligible for 15 hours): discussed individually
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Consumables (nappies, wipes, suncream) are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Please check with staff regarding suncream ingredients due to allergies.
Trips & Activities
We offer exciting trips throughout the year (e.g. Tattershall Farm, Springfields Adventureland). We’ll always give plenty of notice and support options for low-income families.​
You’ll receive a full list of enhanced activities during your visit, along with details on our opt-out policy if the enhanced curriculum doesn’t suit your family’s needs.
Additional Support
We welcome:
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Children with EHCP's
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Children deferring school entry
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Children awaiting specialist placements
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Home-educated children up to age 5 (and beyond from Sept 2026)
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You may also be eligible for:
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Tax-Free Childcare https://www.gov.uk/get-tax-free-childcare
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Universal Credit Childcare Support
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Childcare Grant (for students) https://www.gov.uk/childcare-grant
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Disability Living Allowance https://www.gov.uk/disability-living-allowance-children/how-to-claim
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We’re Here to Help
Whether you’re using government funding or exploring extra hours, we’re here to help you find a package that works for your family.
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If you’re unsure what you’re eligible for or just want to chat it through, we’d love to hear from you.
We can’t wait to welcome you and your little one to BeBright Pre School!
Meals, Allergies & Dietary Needs
At BeBright Pre School, we believe that mealtimes are more than just a break in the day—they’re a chance for children to develop healthy habits, social skills, and independence in a warm and supportive environment. For safety as standard, we ensure each table has an adult sitting with them.
Daily Food Package
While government-funded hours support your child’s education, they do not cover the cost of meals.
Adhering to the government guidelines on healthy eating found here
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We provide:
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A nutritious breakfast
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Healthy snacks and milk throughout the day
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A two-course hot or cold lunch, freshly prepared and balanced for young children
Allergy Awareness & Special Diets
We are proud to be a nut-free and chocolate-free setting, ensuring a safe environment for all children. We also encourage children to drink water throughout the day, promoting healthy hydration habits.
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We understand that some children may have allergies, intolerances, or specific dietary needs or safe foods that they rely on for meals. We are happy to work closely with families to ensure every child is safely and appropriately catered for. This includes:
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Catering for common allergies such as dairy, gluten, and soya
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Supporting children with restricted or specialist diets
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Allowing safe, approved foods and drinks to be brought in from home when necessary
We’ll always take the time to have a conversation with you to find the best and safest solution for your child.
We’re here to help every step of the way.
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You can access our Admissions Policy here which has a more detailed explanation of the packages of sessions available at our pre school on our policies page