Fees & Information

At Bees Knees playgroup we provide a warm and friendly atmosphere in which to nurture pre-school children. we also recognise the importance of playschool in helping a child to develop their social skills. we do have to charge fees for all non-funded sessions, however we do try to keep fees to an affordable rate. To make things easier for payment of fees we do accep payment in a variety of ways.

1. Childcare Vouchers: We accept the vouchers provided by your employer, taken before tax is deducted from your wages , from a range of providers and are happy to consider new providers.

2. Government Funding: We are happy to apply for the funding provided by the Government for up to 15 hours per week please visit: https://www.gov.uk/help-with-childcare-costs/free-childcare-and-education-for-2-to-4-year-olds, free for 2 year olds scheme where applicable please visit: https://www.gov.uk/help-with-childcare-costs/free-childcare-2-year-olds and 30 hours per week if entitled please visit: https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare, for more information. Any additional hours will need to be paid for directly by parents.

3. Bank Transfer: We have recently introduced this facility where parents can pay directly via online banking. Please ask for our account details.

4. Cash or Cheque: We are very happy to accept payment by cash or cheque.

As we are registered with Ofsted parents can claim tax credits against their fees.

Session Costs;

Morning 9.00-12.00 - £14.00

Afternoon (inc lunch session) 12.00-3.00 - £14.00

Lunch Club 12.00-12.30 - £2.00

Full day 9.00-3.00 - £25.00

We accept children from Canterbury, Faversham, Herne Bay, Teynham, Whitstable and the surrounding villages.

All children are welcomed at Bees Knees Playgroup from 2 years of age and we are happy to accept children in nappies as we have changing facilities available. For more details see our Admissions Policy.

Whilst we provide fresh fruit, water and milk at snack time in the morning and afternoon, children will need to be provided with lunch if staying for a lunchtime session.