Quick Links: Day Nursery
.JPG "K_(2).JPG") Our Stay & Play activities can be found in our Calendar Click here to view
For information about our own Day Nursery click on the Quick Link at the top of this page
The different forms of childcare available to families
If you would like further information regarding childcare you can contact the Luton Children and Families Information Service at www.luton.gov.uk/cfis , telephone 01582 548888 or email at cfis@luton.gov.uk
Approved Childcarers
Approved Childcarers
- Offers childcare in the child's own home
- Can be a particular benefit for parents who work unconventional hours, and for children with additional needs
- Parents may benefit from tax credits
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Childminders
Childminders
- Are self employed and provide care for between one and six children under 8 years old, in the childminder's own home
- May care for additional children aged between 8 and 15 years old
- May drop and pick up children from school or playgroup, and can provide flexible opening times for overnight and weekend care
- Accredited childminders can offer Nursery Education Funded places
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Crèche
Crèche
- Provide short term on site care, often based in shopping centres, sport or learning facilities
- Children are cared for while parents attend specific training, sport or leisure facilities
- Most provide care for children aged 0-8 years
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Day Nurseries
Day Nurseries
- Are private providers offering care for children from 0-5 years
- Children are cared for in age groups, and take part in a wide range of group activities
- Have fixed opening times, and most are open all year round, excluding weekends
- Accredited nurseries are eligible for Nursery Education Funding
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Maintained Nursery Settings
Maintained Nursery Settings
- Are based on school sites
.JPG "M_(2).JPG") - Offer teacher supported learning though play, based around the Foundation Stage (Birth to 3) Curriculum, for 3 and 4 year olds prior to their entry to school
- Open during term time only
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Pre-Schools (Playgroups)
Pre-Schools (Playgroups)
- Provide sessional and wrap-around care, and learning through play for pre-school children
- Offer an introduction to group play away from Parents or Carers
.JPG "Mix_(2).JPG") - Some may offer Nursery Education Funded places
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