22 EDUCATION


Starting School


Navigating the State School process


Pre-School Nursery 3 AND 4 YEAR OLDS


The Scottish Government offer optional free learning and childcare, referred to as ‘pre-school education’ to all three and four year olds.


How many hours? 600 free hours a year (16 hours a week - term times). In 2020 this will increase to 1,140 hours per year (30 hours a week - term times) and is likely to include a free lunch.


Where?


At Council run nurseries, often attached to a Primary School or with ‘Partnered Providers’ such as private nurseries, playgroups and childminders.


BEFORE YOU REALISE IT YOUR BABY IS A TODDLER AND YOUR FRIENDS ARE ALREADY TALKING ABOUT SCHOOLS. KNOWING WHERE TO START CAN BE DAUNTING SO WE HAVE PRODUCED A GUIDE TO SHED A BIT OF LIGHT AND TAKE THE STRESS OUT OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS.


Times?


Council nurseries may be able to offer a full day. But most offer 3 hour 10min sessions either as 5 mornings or 5 afternoons a week. These are mostly term time but some are intending to open during school holidays too. ‘Partnered Providers’ may be able to offer a longer day, for example 8am-6pm taken over two days.


When?


Funding starts the term after your child’s 3rd birthday. How to apply?


Look on the Edinburgh Council website for a list of Early Learning and Childcare Providers, then visit some before you apply. If you opt for an Edinburgh Council Nursery - you can download the application form from the Council website, it


www.nurseryandschoolguide.co.uk


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