Please call in and ask for a 2 Year application form. The Nursery manager will be able check that you meet the eligibility criteria below from the details you provide on the form. If you are eligible and their are spaces available, then your child will be able to access a free funded place the term after they turn two years old.

Two Year funding at Chatham Nursery School

15 hours funded childcare 

If you meet the criteria and your child is eligible for a free 2 year funded place, your child will be able to start the term after their second birthday. The place will be term time only. You will be entitled to 15hrs free childcare this will be offered:

Morning sessions: 8:30am-11:30am

Afternoon sessions: 12:15am – 3:15pm.

Places and times are subject to availability, and we will try our best to accommodate your preference. We will discuss this when we call to inform you of your place.

30 hours funded childcare 

If you meet the criteria and your child is eligible for a free 2 year 30 hour funded place, your child will be able to start the term after their second birthday. The place will be term time only. If you are entitled to 30hrs free childcare (subject to availability) this will be offered:

Monday – Thursday sessions: 8:30am-3.15pm

Friday: 8.30am – 11.30am