Your8 February 2009
Special feature:
First faltering
steps towards
a pre-school
I
T'S never too early to start
thinking about your child's
future but choosing the right
pre-school setting can seem like
a daunting task.
It may be one of the first experiences
your child has of learning outside your
home and so you want to make sure you
make the right choice.
There is lots of information available
to make this process easier.
Every three and four-year-old in
Cumbria is entitled to a free nursery
education which can be provided in a
school, day nursery, pre-school and
childminder.
The local authority funds a part-time
nursery place from the start of the term
after a child is three. This means every
child can attend nursery for at least a
year before they start school.
Some nursery places are available in
local authority nurseries. Others are in
pre-school playgroups or private
nurseries.
If your child already has a place with a
childcare provider who has passed the
assessment to provide part-time nursery
education, you will receive a reduction
in your childcare fees from the term
after they turn three to take advantage
of the Nursery Education Grant.
If you want to apply for a nursery
attached to a school, contact the school
places team on 01228 221171, 221159 or
221219.
For details of other kinds of nurseries
not maintained by the local authority,
contact the children's information
service on 08457 125737.
Your child must receive full-time
education from the start of the term
after their fifth birthday.
Children in Cumbria can start full-
time education before reaching this
statutory age. They can enter an
Reception class at an infant or primary
school the September after they are four.
The dates that your child becomes
eligible for a free part-time nursery
place are as follows:
Children born between 1.4.06 and
31.8.06 become eligible from September
2009. The closing date for applications is
March 27, 2009.
Children born between 1.9.06 and
31.12.06 become eligible from January
2010. The closing date for applications is
September 25, 2009.
Children born between 1.1.07 and
31.3.07 become eligible from April 2010.
The closing date for applications is
January 8, 2010.
There are no statutory requirements
for dealing with nursery/pre-school
applications like there are with school
places (eg there is no appeal process).
Emma Morley takes parents by the hand and explains
what needs to be done and how to go about it
Wendy House
Nursery
High quality care and education for Children, birth to eight years
including Pre-School Education and Holiday Club
Fully qualified staff,`outstanding' Ofsted, March 2008;
Healthy meals, using fresh produce, 5 Star hygiene rating;
Extensive secure gardens
Open 51 weeks, Monday to Friday 8.00am to 6.00pm
Blackwell Road, Carlisle, CA2 4AB
Telephone: 01228 402102
Tel: 01228 550503
Children from 3 months to 8 years old.
Open 52 weeks of the year Mon - Fri 7.45am to 5.45pm
Nursery Education Grant available
Five Stars awarded in April 2007 for Food Safety Performance
Freshly cooked food. Brand new outside area
Places available
28 Portland Square, Carlisle
`where all are equally valued and pupils feel safe and happy' - Ofsted 2007
Headteacher Mrs A. Evans telephone: 01228 607517
School Road Harraby, Carlisle, CA1 3LX
www.inglewood-inf.cumbria.sch.uk
Email: admin@inglewood-inf.cumbria.sch.uk
� Caring and experienced staff
� Stimulating learning environment both indoors and outdoors
� Chimps Playgroup from 2 years 3 months
� Parent and toddler group
� Ali's AfterSchool and Breakfast Club from 3 years
NEW NURSERY BUILDING - NOW OPEN!
Robert Ferguson Primary School
East Dale Street, Denton Holme, Carlisle, Cumbria CA2 5LA
Tel: (01228) 607528 Fax (01228) 607529
Headteacher Mr A. F. Rutter Acting Headteacher Mr T. J. Cutting
Places now available for April and September 2009 at ...
Robert Ferguson Primary School's Nursery Class
We can offer your child ...
a safe, secure and stimulating environment in a well resourced
purpose-built classroom
a broad and balanced curriculum based on Early Years Foundation Stage
well qualified, experienced and caring teaching staff
close links with the Main School
weekly feedback and information to parents
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Small classes make for effective teaching and
happy children.
Safe, caring rural environment - only 10 minutes
drive from Carlisle.
Separate CReSTeD registered Dyslexic and Learning
Support Unit. Bursaries awarded for academic, musical
and sporting talent as well as positive behaviour
LIME HOUSE SCHOOL
NIL SINE LABORE FOUNDED 1899
Independent Co Educational Boarding and Day School
For further information please
request a leaflet
Holm Hill, Dalston, CARLISLE
CA5 7BX UK
Telephone: 01228 710225
Fax: 01228 710508
www.limehouseschool.co.uk
Email: headmaster@
limehouseschool.co.uk
Little Luvs Childcare
"Putting children at the heart of all we do"
� Open 8-5.30 all year round for 0-5 year olds
� Experienced and dedicated staff
� 3 large separate playrooms including foundation stage
unit and large outdoor areas
� Managed and led by an Early Years Professional
� Committed to working hand in hand with families
� Holistic approach to care and learning
� Pre school places available from Easter
Little Luvs Day Nursery
Carlisle South Sure Start Childrens Centre
Burnett Road, Carlisle, CA1 3BX 01228 546903
Ellenborough & Ewanrigg Infant and
Nursery School
Victory Crescent, Maryport, Cumbria CA15 7NE
Tel: 01900 812931 Email: admin@ellbra-ewan.cumbria.sch.uk
Promoting high achievement and learning for life
The main strength of the school is in the patient and caring work with
pupils and their families `Ofsted'
A secure and welcoming environment
Small class sizes
Enthusiastic, dynamic and committed staff
Excellent outdoor facilities to complement our
modern, spacious well maintained building
www.ellbra-ewan.cumbria.sch.uk
"Working together to make a difference"

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