Transparent pricing

Simple, honest fees

As a registered charity, every penny goes back into the setting. We accept all government funding and keep our fees as accessible as possible. No hidden extras.

50p

Voluntary snack/session

25%

Govt top-up via TFC

48 weeks

Stretched funding offer

Free funded places available. 15 hours universal from age 3, 30 hours for working parents from 9 months, and 15 hours for eligible 2-year-olds. Stretched over 48 weeks. Tax-Free Childcare accepted — the government tops up 25%.

Nursery Fees 2025/26

Nursery fees

All prices are per child, reviewed annually. Please contact us to discuss your family’s needs.

The Nest — Ages 0–23 months

The Nest

Ages 0–23 months

About The Nest

Our baby room

For children from birth to 23 months. Staffed to the highest ratios, with dedicated safe sleeping, feeding stations and a Key Person for every child and family. The Nest has its own calm atmosphere, light table, cosy corner and horseshoe feeding table.

The Burrow & The Den — Ages 2–4 years

Sessions

The Burrow & Den (2–4 years)

Extended Care

The Burrow & Den

Snack contribution: A voluntary 50p per session goes towards healthy snacks the children prepare themselves — seasonal fruit, vegetables, oatcakes, toast. Entirely optional.

Government funding: We accept all EYPP, universal 15-hour, and extended 30-hour funded places. Funded hours can be stretched across 48 weeks. See the funding section below.

Wrap-Around Care

Primary school age 4–11 years

Breakfast Club, After School Club and Holiday Club for primary school children in Boston. Safe, stimulating, warm — an extension of our nursery ethos for older children.

Breakfast Club

Hot breakfast, calm start, and a warm welcome. We walk children to local primary schools.

After School Club

After School (3:00–6:00pm) £9.50

We collect from local schools. Snack on arrival, then free play, crafts, outdoor time and homework support.

Holiday Club

Full-day holiday childcare with themed activities, trips, arts & crafts, cooking and outdoor adventures.

Holiday Club runs throughout the school holidays — check our Term Dates page for exact dates. Booking in advance is strongly advised. A 10% sibling discount applies for two or more children from the same family.

Government Funding

Is your child funded?

The government offers free childcare hours to eligible families. We accept all funded places and can stretch hours over 48 weeks to make things more flexible for working parents. Funded hours cover the session cost — the optional 50p snack contribution remains separate.

Free funded places

Tax-Free Childcare

Save up to £2,000 per year

For every 80p you put into your Tax-Free Childcare account, the government adds 20p — a 25% top-up on everything you spend. Maximum £2,000 government contribution per child per year. You must be working and earning at least the National Minimum Wage for 16 hours per week.

30-hour funding

30 free hours from 9 months

Working parents with children from 9 months may be eligible for 30 free hours per week during term time (or 22 hours stretched over 48 weeks). You’ll need a code from HMRC — apply via GOV.UK before your child’s term starts. Apply early, as codes can take a few weeks to arrive.

Not sure if you qualify? Call us on 01205 362255 — we’re happy to help you work it out.

Common Questions

Fees & funding FAQs

When do I pay fees?

Fees are due monthly in advance, on the first of each month. We’ll send an invoice ahead of time. You can pay by bank transfer, Tax-Free Childcare account, or childcare vouchers (legacy scheme only).

Can I mix funded and paid hours?

Yes. Funded hours are deducted from your total session costs and you only pay for hours beyond your entitlement. We’ll help you work out the most cost-effective arrangement for your family.

What is the settling-in policy?

We offer settling-in sessions before your child’s official start date. The first short visit is free. Subsequent sessions are charged at the standard hourly rate. We never rush this process.

Is there a registration or deposit fee?

There is no registration fee. We ask for a one-month deposit on signing the contract, which is held and returned when your child leaves, offset against any Good fees.

What happens if my child is ill or on holiday?

Fees are due regardless of absence except during the nursery’s own closures. We do not offer refunds for illness or holidays. We ask for one month’s written notice to reduce or end a place.

Do you offer sibling discounts?

A 10% sibling discount applies to Holiday Club bookings for two or more children from the same family. Nursery fees do not currently include a sibling discount, but please speak to us if you’re facing financial hardship — we will always do our best to help.

Ready to talk through your options?

We’re happy to help you understand what funding you’re entitled to and find the right sessions for your family.