Nursery

At St Joseph’s, we offer a wonderful nursery setting for both 2 and 3 year olds. We consider ourselves to be a family where children can grow physically, spiritually, academically, socially and emotionally in a safe environment surrounded by love and encouragement.

Both age groups are available from 8:45am - 3:15pm (term time only) and can be a mix of both government funded hours and private payment. Below you will find further information, to help you find out what’s available to you.

 

2 year olds

15 hours childcare (5 half days) – available for families receiving government support 

To check eligibility, visit https://www.durham.gov.uk/playandlearn You will be provided with a code which you will need to pass on to ourselves. 

15 hours childcare (5 half days) – available for working families 

To apply visit https://www.gov.uk/apply-free-childcare-if-youre-working You will be provided with a code which you will need to pass on to ourselves. 

 

3 year olds

15 hours childcare (5 half days) – available for all 

Available for all children aged 3-4 years. You don’t need to check eligibility. 

30 hours childcare (5 full days) – available for working families 

To apply visit https://www.gov.uk/apply-free-childcare-if-youre-working You will be provided with a code which you will need to pass on to ourselves. 

If your child is attending for the full school day, school meals are available at £2.20 or your child can bring along a packed lunch instead.

 

Private Sessions  

If you’re eligible to 15 hours of funded childcare (5 half days) but would like to extend your child’s day at nursery to a full day (8:45am-3:15pm), you can do so by paying privately.   

Session times and costs: 

Half Day Session (3 and a half hours) - £17.50 

If you opt for your child to have a school meal during their full day at nursery, this will be charged at £2.20 per meal. 

Bookings and payments must be made at least 2 weeks in advance. You can make payment either online on our school app (My Child at School) or if eligible, we accept tax free childcare payments. To check eligibility for tax free childcare, please visit https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/ 

You can register your interest in a nursery place as soon as your child turns 1 years old, to do so please call the school office on 01325 300337 where we will be happy to help.

 

You are welcome to look around our nursery units anytime, please call 01325 300337 or visit our school office.

 

Testimonials

“My little girl has thrived at St Joseph’s nursery. She went in very cautious and timid and the staff were incredibly patient and understanding with her giving her opportunities to build her confidence, make friends and have fun all whilst learning and practicing important skills. The staff are great at communicating with the parents as well as being phenomenal with the children, knowing their likes, dislikes and their needs. She has learned so much on both an academic and social level. Choosing this school nursery has ultimately helped her flourish and be her true and best self - the best decision I’ve ever made.” Scarlett’s mum