FEES & FUNDING
At White House Day Nursery, we want childcare to be straightforward, flexible, and great value for families. We offer both 51-week all-year-round places and 38-week term-time places, with options for funded and non-funded children.
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What would that look like? If your child is eligible for the funded 30 hours over 38 weeks, we can stretch this across the full 51 weeks that we are open. This means your child could enjoy at least two days of FREE childcare every week of the year. The only cost to you would be meals at £7.50 per day.
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Take a look at our Funding Policies below for more information.
38 WEEK
CONTRACT
For children attending Term Time Only 38 weeks of the year. The dates attending will follow the funding dates for Derby City Council (Derbyshire).
When this applies
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For children attending term time only
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Follows the Derby City Council (Derbyshire) funding dates
Who can choose this option
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Children eligible for the 2-year-old Flying Start scheme
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3 & 4-year-olds receiving 15 hours universal funding
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Not suitable for children receiving the 30-hour offer
Booking requirements
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Minimum 10 hours per week
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Maximum 15 hours per week
Funding
All booked hours are fully funded.
Sessions available
Mondays and Fridays: 9.00am – 4.30pm
Afternoons: 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Includes: snacks x2, lunch, tea and drinks – £6.00
If you want to opt out of meal costs, please speak to the Nursery Manager — we will discuss alternatives that work for your family.
51 WEEK
CONTRACT
For children eligible for the 30 hours over 38 weeks, we can stretch this across the full 51 weeks that we are open.
When this applies
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For children attending throughout the year (51 weeks)
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We close 25th–31st December
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There is no charge for this closed week
Who can choose this option
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Families receiving 30 hours funding
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Families not receiving any funding
Minimum booking
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At least 20 hours per week
(Depending on when your child starts, most families receive at least 20 hours of free childcare each week)
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Meals and daily costs
We provide freshly prepared meals, snacks and drinks, and can cater for dietary needs.
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Morning: £5
Includes breakfast, lunch, drinks & snacks​ -
Afternoon: £2.50
Includes tea, drinks & snacks​ -
Full Day: £7.50
Includes breakfast, lunch, tea, drinks & snacks​
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If your child attends using funded hours only and you wish to opt out of meal costs, please speak to the Nursery Manager. We will look at your situation and talk through other options.
What funding options are available?
New to government funding? Whether you are a first time parent or navigating new entitlements, there is likely a scheme that can work for you. To make things easier, we have pulled everything together in one place, clearly explained and simply laid out.
Here's an overview of the main funding schemes outlined from the Best Start in Life website:
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1. Tax-Free Childcare
Who is eligible? Working parents with children aged 0-11 (up to 16 if the child has a disability). Parents must earn at least the National Minimum or Living Wage for 16 hours a week and no more than £100,000 per year.
How does it work? For every £8 parents pay into an online childcare account, the government contributes £2, up to £2,000 per child annually (£4,000 for children with disabilities).
Restrictions: You cannot use this if you’re claiming Childcare Vouchers, Universal Credit, or Tax Credits.
2. 30 Hours Free Childcare
Who is eligible? Working parents with children from 9 months to 4-year-olds. Both parents must work, earning at least £152 per week (16 hours minimum wage) but no more than £100,000 each annually.
How does it work? Eligible families can claim up to 30 hours of free childcare per week during term time (38 weeks), or spread it over the year (around 22 hours per week).
Restrictions: If a parent earns over the income threshold or isn’t working enough hours, they can only claim the 15 hours free entitlement.
3. 15 Hours Free Childcare (Universal Entitlement)
Who is eligible? All parents with children aged 3 and 4.
How does it work? Parents can claim 15 hours of free childcare per week during term time (or fewer hours spread throughout the year).
Restrictions: This is a universal entitlement, available to all families regardless of income or work status.
4. 15 Hours Free Childcare for 2-Year-Olds
Who is eligible? Low-income families or those meeting certain criteria (e.g., receiving benefits, children with special needs, or children in care).
How does it work? Eligible families can claim 15 hours of free childcare per week for their 2-year-old.
Restrictions: Eligibility is based on household income or specific circumstances like disability or foster care.
5. Universal Credit for Childcare
Who is eligible? Low-income working parents claiming Universal Credit.
How does it work? Universal Credit can cover up to 85% of childcare costs, up to £646 per month for one child or £1,108 for two or more children.
Restrictions: The amount is capped and based on income and family circumstances.
6. Childcare Vouchers (Closed Scheme)
Who is eligible? Parents who joined the scheme before October 2018.
How does it work? Parents received vouchers from their employer to pay for childcare, reducing their taxable income.
Restrictions: No new applicants are accepted, and switching jobs means losing access to the scheme.
7. Disability Access Fund
Who is eligible? 3 and 4-year-olds receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA).
How does it work? Nurseries can receive a one-off annual payment of £828 to support the child’s access to early education.
Restrictions: Only available to children who receive DLA.
Other Notes:
Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP): For 3 and 4-year-olds from low-income families, providing additional funding to childcare providers to support children’s development.
Parents can visit the Best Start In Life website to check eligibility and explore their options in detail.