Playgroup session and lunch club fees are invoiced on a termly basis, sent via email. Invoices are normally raised at the start of term, although some may be delayed until County Council Headcount week if chargeable hours are unknown. Normal terms are 21 days.
A copy of our billing policy and procedure is available on our website and a paper copy will be provided to you on request. By applying for a place for your child you are confirming that you have read and agree to comply with our billing policy.
*Since both parents who are resident with the child are jointly and severally liable for debts incurred by sending your child to playgroup we will share information about your account with any other person having parental responsibility who was resident with the child at the time the debt was incurred. By signing that you will comply with the terms of our billing policy, you are agreeing to this sharing of information.
All children are currently entitled to 15 hours per week of free early years education sessions through “Early Years Entitlement Funding.” This is generally available from the term after their third birthday until compulsory school start age, but there are cut-off dates specified nationally and by Devon County Council:
Date of birth before |
Funding from: |
31st March |
Summer Term |
31st August |
Autumn Term |
31st December |
Spring Term |
(15 hours funding is available from Devon County Council for some children from age 2. Please ask us for information if you think you may qualify.) or please visit - https://www.gov.uk/help-with-childcare-costs/free-childcare-2-year-olds
30 hrs free childcare funding
You may be able to get 30 hours free childcare if:
· you live in England
· your child is 3 to 4 years old
Your eligibility depends on:
· if you are working
· your income (and your partner’s income, if you have one)
· your child’s age and circumstances
· your immigration status
You can get 30 hours free childcare at the same time as claiming Universal Credit, tax credits, childcare vouchers or Tax-Free Childcare.
To check if you are eligible for 30hrs funding, please visit - https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare