FAQs

Do you offer funded places?

Copthorne Kinders offers Early Years Funding Entitlement (EYFE) for children from 9 months and above ( this can be claimed the term after your child turns 9 months old ).

Click here for our funding page for more information.

For more information, please visit the Government website , 'best start in life'.

Do you offer settling in sessions?

We offer 3 free hours of settling in sessions (usually split into 1-hour sessions leading up to the child’s first day).

Do you provide wipes and nappies?

All nappies and wipes are included in the fees, as well as nappy creams, sun cream and teething granules.

Can I send my child to nursery with a packed lunch as they are a fussy eater?

Please speak to the nursery manager if you are concerned about your child's diet .

We strongly recommend that all children participate in our daily meals to benefit your child’s health and well-being. In addition, we have children with complex allergies, hence all food must be closely monitored.

Children enjoy meal times; seeing their peers eat healthy, nutritious meals encourages them to join in and try new foods.

Please see our funding page for more information.

Please click here to see our current menus.

What should be packed in my child’s nursery bag?

We suggest that all children come equipped with ample spare clothes due to messy/outdoor play. If your little one is potty training, we would suggest packing several changes of clothes.
Children will also need wellies and coats (for the wetter the months), and all-in-one waterproofs for children who are not walking yet.
Comforters.
Water bottles.

Please ensure everything is labelled to reduce the risk of items being misplaced.

What sessions do we offer?

We currently offer 8am-6pm, 8am-1pm, 1pm-6pm and an early drop off at 7:30am

How do I apply for a place at Copthorne Kinders?

Please feel free to give us an email at info@copthornekinders.co.uk to check our availability.