Early Years

All three and four year olds are entitled to 15 hours of free nursery education for 38 weeks of the year. Some families may be entitled to 30 hours of free nursery provision per week. This applies until they reach compulsory school age (the term following their fifth birthday).

Emmanuel School have offered nursery places for some time but we are now able to offer free nursery education.

When your child qualifies for a free place

Born between: 1 April and 31 August

Eligible from: 1 September following their third birthday or the beginning of the autumn school term

Born between: 1 September and 31 December

Eligible from: 11 January following their third birthday or the beginning of the spring school term

Born between: 1 January and 31 March

Eligible from: 11 April following their third birthday or the beginning of the summer school term

More Information

If you would like any more information about free nursery places or additional wrap around services, please contact us.