Clear fees. Real choice. No surprises.
We want families to feel confident before they start. Private sessions include meals, snacks, care essentials and activities. For government-funded hours, your child’s funded education is free at the point of use, and any meals, snacks, consumables or optional extras are explained clearly so you can choose what works best for your family.
Session Fees
All prices are per day for privately funded sessions. Private session fees include hot lunch, snacks, care essentials and activities. We are open 51 weeks per year; funded hours may be offered across term-time or stretched patterns depending on availability and your child’s agreed sessions.
| Session | Hours | Days available | Under 2s | Over 2s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day | 8:00am – 4:00pm | Mon, Tue, Wed* | £65 | £60 |
| Half Day | 8:00am – 12:30pm | Monday – Friday | £45 | £40 |
* Wednesday PM session not available on the first Wednesday of each month.
Funded-hours choices
Many funded-hours families choose our meals and consumables package because it keeps the day simple: fresh food, care essentials and learning materials are ready here, every session. It is designed for convenience and consistency, but it is not compulsory.
| Hot lunch | Optional for funded-hours families; included for private payers. Freshly cooked on site by our chef, served daily at 11:30am. | £7.50/day |
| Snacks | Optional for funded-hours families; included for private payers. Morning and afternoon snacks. | Included in consumables / included for private payers |
| Consumables | Optional during funded hours only. Covers nappies, wipes, sunscreen, arts and crafts materials, messy-play resources and everyday care essentials. | £2/funded hr |
| Optional extras | Any extra activity, trip or service not covered by the funded entitlement. Confirmed in advance before any charge applies. | Agreed in advance |
| Deposit | To reserve your child’s place. Reference: Child’s First Name & Surname Initial ME | £85 |
Government funding pays for the early education and childcare hours your child is entitled to. It does not automatically cover meals, snacks, consumables or optional extras. These charges are voluntary for funded-hours families: you may provide your own packed meal/snacks and suitable consumables instead, subject to our health, safety and allergy requirements. Speak with Management and we will agree the arrangement in writing before your child starts.
What’s included when we provide everything
For private sessions, and for funded-hours families who choose our meals and consumables package, we make the day simple: the main things your child needs are already here. You only need to bring labelled spare clothes and a comforter if your child has one.
Food & nutrition
- Freshly prepared hot lunch
- Morning and afternoon snacks
- Fresh water available all day
Care essentials
- Nappies and wipes
- Sunscreen (all seasons)
- Nappy sacks and disposal
Learning materials
- All Montessori materials
- Arts, crafts and messy play
- Outdoor and nature activities
Government Funding
ME Montessori is a registered government-funded childcare provider. We offer funded places subject to age-group availability, staffing ratios and agreed session patterns. We will confirm your available funded-hours pattern before your child starts, including whether the hours are taken term-time only or stretched across the year.
All 3 & 4 year olds
Every child aged 3–4 is entitled to 15 funded hours per week (38 weeks per year), regardless of parents’ working status. No application needed — your child is automatically eligible from the term after their third birthday.
Eligible working families
Working parents of 3–4 year olds may qualify for 30 funded hours per week. Eligibility is based on income and employment. Apply at gov.uk/apply-30-hours-free-childcare — you will need your code before term starts.
Working parents — younger children
Since April 2024, eligible working parents can access funded hours from 9 months old. From September 2025, this rises to up to 30 hours per week. ME Montessori enrols from 5 months — we can plan your transition in advance.
Funded-hours choices, clearly explained: Your child’s funded entitlement covers their early education and childcare hours. Meals, snacks, consumables and optional extras are separate from the funded entitlement, clearly agreed in advance, and never a condition of taking up a funded place.
Most families choose the package because it keeps the nursery day simple. If you choose it, current charges are: hot lunch £7.50/day and consumables £2 per funded hour. Consumables include nappies, wipes, sunscreen, arts and crafts materials, messy-play resources and everyday care essentials.
Important: These charges are voluntary. Families may opt out by speaking with Management. If you opt out, we will agree what you will provide from home, taking account of health, safety, allergy and nursery operational requirements.
Ready to check your entitlement?
Visit the government portal to see which funded hours your family qualifies for.Payment
Straightforward, with no surprises.
When fees are due
Fees are invoiced monthly, due in advance on the 1st of each month. Your first invoice is issued on confirmation of your child’s place.
How to pay
We accept bank transfer and card payment online. Use our Make a Payment page — secure, takes less than two minutes.
Late payments
Please contact us if you are having difficulty — we will always try to find a solution. Persistent late payment may affect your child’s place.
“We loved knowing exactly what was included — no surprises, ever. It made the decision so much easier.”— A ME Montessori parent
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The best way to understand the value of ME Montessori is to walk through the door. Book a tour and see exactly what your child’s day looks like — and everything it includes.
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