Nursery Admissions
Our Little Hoots Nursery is based on site at Hullavington CE Primary and Nursery School and provides a welcoming and nurturing start to school life for children aged 2–4 years.
Many of our children go on to join our Reception class, and being part of the same school community helps to make this transition a familiar and positive experience.
During the Summer term, we provide opportunities for children who are moving into Reception to spend time in their new classroom, meet their new teacher and become familiar with the routines and surroundings of the main school. We want every child to feel confident, happy and ready for the next stage of their learning journey.
For children joining us from other nurseries or pre-school settings, we work closely with their existing providers and families to ensure that the transition into Hullavington is as smooth and positive as possible.
Sessions & Funding
We offer flexible session options to suit the needs of different families.
Little Hoots Nursery is open Monday to Friday during term time. We offer two sessions each day:
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Morning session: 8.45am – 11.45am
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Afternoon session: 11.45am – 2.45pm
Children can attend either session or a combination of both, subject to availability.
Eligible children can access 15 or 30 hours of funded childcare, depending on their age and eligibility. These funded hours can be used towards the sessions your child attends at Little Hoots. Families who are not eligible for funded hours, or who would like their child to attend additional sessions, are also welcome to self-fund their child's place. For information about funding and to check your eligibility, please click the button below.
To help families who need a little extra time at the end of the day, we also offer a late pick-up option, allowing nursery children to stay until the end of the main school day. This is available for a small additional charge.
We are proud of the warm, caring environment we provide, where children are encouraged to explore, play, develop their independence and build the foundations for a happy and successful start to school.
Applying for a Nursery Place
Admissions to Little Hoots Nursery are managed directly by the school, rather than through Wiltshire Council's school admissions process.
If you are interested in a nursery place for your child, please contact the school office to enquire about availability and arrange a visit. We would be delighted to show you around, introduce you to our nursery team and give you the opportunity to see Little Hoots in action.
Once you have decided that you would like your child to join us, we will provide you with a nursery application form to complete. Places are offered subject to availability, and we will discuss your preferred sessions, start date and any applicable childcare funding arrangements with you.
We welcome enquiries throughout the year, although we recommend contacting us well in advance of your preferred start date to give us time to discuss your requirements and plan for your child's transition into nursery.
