Ofsted Rated OUTSTANDING July 2022
Sessions and Funding
We are open Monday to Friday. We operate on a termly basis (open 38 weeks per year) and set our dates in line with Essex County Council, making our terms similar to those of local schools. Our session times are:
Morning
9.00 am to 12.00 pm
Afternoon
12.00 pm to 3.00 pm
Full Day
9.00 am to 3.00 pm
Children that attend the pre-school for a full day or for the afternoon session will need to bring a healthy packed lunch with them. Please remember we are a nut-free environment.
Our term times for the current 2024/25 Academic Year can be found here.
Admissions
You can add your child's name to the waiting list for You and Me Pre-School from birth. To enrol your child, please complete our enrolment form and return to the pre-school. We allocate places on a first come, first serve basis. If you would like to visit the pre-school or want more information please contact us on 01245 466535 or manager@youandmepreschool.co.uk.
Our waiting list is updated regularly and as soon as a place becomes available our Business Manager, Emma, will contact you. Please inform us of any changes to your contact details to avoid disappointment should we be unable to contact you. Places are generally offered for the beginning of each term within the academic year : September, January and April but exceptions can be made.
Funding
Two Year Old Funding
15 hours of funded childcare, for 38 weeks per year are available for some families who receive additional Government support from the term after your child's second birthday. You must have an approved eligibility code (starting TYF881) from Essex County Council prior to starting your claim. For more information and to apply for funding, please visit http://www.essex.gov.uk/funded-childcare-for-2-year-olds.
15 hours of funded childcare, for 38 weeks per year are available for eligible working parents from the term after your child's second birthday. Eligible families must apply to Childcare Choices and be approved the term prior to claiming the funding. For more information, to see if you qualify or to make an application please visit http://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
Three and Four Year Old Funding
15 hours of funded childcare, for 38 weeks per year are available for all families in England for children aged 3 and 4 years old. This funding is available the term after your child's third birthday. There is no need to apply for these hours, simply agreed your placement with us and complete a funding form.
30 Hours Extended Funding
Up to 30 hours of funded childcare is available for eligible working families in England. Eligible families must apply to Childcare Choices and be approved the term prior to claiming the funding. For more information, to see if you qualify or to make an application please visit http://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
Below are the recommended times to apply for all childcare funding. You can apply outside of these recommended dates but you might not receive your code in time.
You must have a valid code by the end of the month before a new term starts.
Uniform
We provide protective clothing for the children when they play with messy activities. We encourage children to gain the skills that help them to be independent and look after themselves. These include taking themselves to the toilet and taking off, and putting on, outdoor clothing. Clothing that is easy for them to manage will help them to do this.
You may wish to purchase our uniform for your child to wear on pre-school days. Whilst this is not a must, it can help to save clothes and support your child's transition to having to wear a uniform everyday for school. Uniform can be purchased from :https://myclothing.com/collections/you-and-me-pre-school-pupil-28630
You and Me Pre-School
The Cabin, Church of Our Saviour, Ashton Place, Chelmsford CM2 6ST
01245 466535
manager@youandmepreschool.co.uk
Opening hours
Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Morning Session : 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Afternoon Session : 12.00 pm to 3.00 pm
All Day : 9.00 am to 3.00 pm
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