Thursday 3rd April 2025
Dear Parents/Carers,
We hope this message finds you well. We are writing to remind you of the upcoming changes to our Nursery schedule, which will take effect from Tuesday 22 April.
Important Changes from Tuesday 22nd April
Lunch Provision
Please note that the school will no longer provide lunches. All children attending for a full day are required to bring a healthy packed lunch from home, guidance for school lunches (for when your child is in Reception) and the school’s guidance for healthy packed lunches can be found on the school website at www.devonshirehill.com/parents/school-meals/.
Session Availability
The Nursery options are:
- Monday to Friday every morning 8:45-11:45 (15 hours)
- Monday to Friday every afternoon 12:15-3:15 (15 hours)
- Monday to Friday every day 8:45-2:45 (30 hours)
Charges/Fees
Currently, we are at full capacity; however, if you wish to request additional hours for your child in the future this will be a chargeable fee set at the full 15 hours across Monday – Friday, 3 additional hours per day.
- £131.85 per week for 2-year-olds
- £103.80 per week for 3 and 4-year-olds
For children enrolled for 30-hours (only) collection extended to 3:15pm
- £22.00 per week for 2-year-olds.
- £17.25 per week for 3 & 4 year olds
Please let us know as soon as possible if you would like to buy the additional 30 minutes
Additional charges
Late collection
- late collection fee of £3 will be charged after 11:45
- late collection fee of £5 will be charged after 2:45 & 3:15 (depending on your end of session time)
Attendance & Punctuality
Regular attendance is expected to support your child’s development and ensure they benefit fully from the Nursery experience. Being on time is essential.
Illness
We understand that children may occasionally be too ill to attend, and in such cases the school must be notified of your child’s absence, details can be found on the school website at www.devonshirehill.com/parents/attendance/
It is important to note that if there is a recurring pattern of absences or if a child has a long-term absence without a valid reason, we may consider withdrawing their place at the Nursery. This policy is in place to ensure that all children have the opportunity to thrive in our environment,
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we implement these changes to our Nursery. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding these updates please email the school using admin@devonshirehill.haringey.sch.uk
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Yours sincerely,
Julie D’Abreu | Headteacher
For and on behalf of The Devonshire Hill Nursery and Primary School
