what is the difference between play school and nursery for babies/toddlers?
my little boy is only 11 weeks old but having talked to other new mums recently, i hear that they have got their childs names down on nursery lists already. what is the difference between nursery and play school and are there other options? im so completely niave and have no idea about these things! when should i send my son to play school or nursery? any advice would be greatly appreciated!! help please!!!! (im in the UK)
Full time day nurseries, are normally open from 8am-6pm, 52 weeks a year, and only normally close at Christmas and New Year. They are expensive. They are for babies from around 3 months up to school age.
Pre-schools/Playgroups are normally open in school term times and take children from either 2yrs or 2 1/2yrs up to school age. They are normally cheaper.
You will receive funding from the government for 5 sessions (3 hours a session), the term after your child turns 3.
With regards to waiting lists, it's worth contacting the place that you are interested in going. There may be a long waiting list, or they may say it's ok to let them know when your child is approaching 2yrs.
The DirectGov site is very good, I've included a link below.
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