FAQs

Here we have answered some of your frequently asked questions:

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Admissions Team.

When can my child start at Bassett House Nursery School?

Children can join us from when they turn two years old.

Can I use government funding?

Yes, we accept 15 or 30 government funded hours a week, up until your child turns 5 years old.

How many days per week can my child attend?

We require a commitment of a minimum three mornings per week, although many of our children will stay for five mornings per week, or for full days. Morning sessions are from 8.30 am until 12.00 pm. Full days are from 8.30 am until 3.40 pm.

In the Summer Term before joining our Reception class, we ask that the children attend a minimum of three full days per week. All that said, we appreciate that families lead busy lives and endeavour to accommodate request priori to offering a place. Please talk to our Admissions Department about this upon enquiry.

When can I drop off and pick up my child?

We understand that our parents have busy schedules, balancing work commitments with drop-off and pick-up times. To assist you, we offer wraparound care starting at 8.00 am and a timetable for your child that extends until 6.00 pm, if required.

Does my child need to be potty trained?

For 3+ entry, children need to be potty trained to make the most of all the opportunities offered at Bassett House Nursery School. However, we do realise that accidents can happen though from time to time.

Do the children play outdoors?

Yes, the children are outside for morning break and lunch. Over the past few years Bassett House has been working together with Growing Space to provide the children with a sustainable and organic garden. Our garden area includes a sand pit, raised plant boxes, wormery, and log seats. We place lots of value on outdoor learning and feel strongly that it is a crucial element to children’s learning so we ensure our pupils have access to our outdoor areas daily and in addition, visit Kensington Memorial Park several times a week.

Is lunch provided?

Yes, children who attend a full day in our Nursery School are provided with a hot lunch, pudding and fruit in our dining hall .

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