The fees are billed every month, via email, and paid in advance. Fees, currently £24.50 per session from 1st Dec 2025 and includes the children’s snack. Fees are reviewed at the start of each session; the amount is decided upon through committee meetings with a view to remain as low as possible whilst coving rental costs, consumables and staff wages. Invoices are sent monthly, payment can be made through bank transfer and the playgroup is registered with the Tax Free Childcare system.
We try to provide flexibility where we can, so please discuss changes to your session patterns with the playgroup manager at the earliest opportunity and we will try our best to suit your needs. Due to forward planning of staffing, a 6 weeks notice is required for reducing or changing days.
In the occasion that you need an additional session on a given week, “Ad-hoc days” may also be available (depending on availability) and can be discussed with the playgroup manager.
The money raised from fees paid is just enough to cover wages, hall rental, snack and basic supplies. Fundraising is therefore essential to pay for new toys and treats such as Christmas parties and special events. Full support of fundraising events is imperative – without good fundraising fees would be much higher.