30 Funded Hours
If you are eligible for 30 hours funded childcare, there will be no charge for children to attend our Nursery. All of our Nursery places are funded using the 30 hours free childcare scheme.
30-Hour Funded Childcare at Rivers Primary Academy
We are proud to offer the 30-hour funded childcare provision as part of our Preschool offer, supporting eligible working families in our community.
What Is the 30-Hour Offer?
Eligible families can receive 30 hours of free childcare per week during term time for children aged 2, 3, and 4 years old.
This is in addition to the universal 15 hours of free childcare available to all families.
Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible if:
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You (and your partner, if applicable) are working and each earn the equivalent of at least 16 hours per week at minimum wage
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Your individual annual income is below £100,000
How to Apply
To apply, visit the official government website:
👉 30 Hours Free Childcare – gov.uk
When can I use the hours from?
You can start using your hours the term after your child turns the relevant age (ie. from the age of 2 or 3).
When do I need to apply?
The deadline is the day before the new term begins, however we encourage you to apply earlier, and recommend applying at least 6 weeks before the deadline.
Important: If you miss the deadline, your child will not be able to start using their funded hours until the following term.
Once you receive your code, please share it with our school office along with your National Insurance number, so we can validate your child’s place.
