Early Years
Welcome to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). At Carlton Junior & Infants School we recognise the importance of early years education as the foundation of every child's learning journey. Our aim is to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel happy, confident and ready to learn. Learning in EYFS is largely play-based, supported by skilled adults who carefully plan experiences to support children’s development across all areas of learning.
Our Foundation Stage includes a 76-place Nursery (38 morning 38 afternoon places-16 of these are reserved for our 30-hour offer) and a 60-place reception intake, organised into two classes. We are a committed and highly motivated team who strive to provide the very best opportunities for children to develop independence, curiosity and a love of learning.
We value strong partnerships with parents and believe that by working together, we can ensure every child makes a positive and successful start to school life.
To apply for a nursery place please complete the attached form and return it to the school office or email to headteacher@carlton.wakefield.sch.uk
Early Years Leader: Rebecca Wood
30-hour Free Entitlement
Your free 30-hours entitlement must be used during our normal nursery hours of 8.30am to 3.15pm (for example: this will cover Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 3.15pm and Friday 8.30am to 11.30am). If you wish your child to attend Friday afternoon, this will be an additional charge of 3hrs 45mins (see charges below) and must be booked and paid for in advance on ParentPay.
Lunch will not be provided, therefore please send your child(ren) with a healthy packed lunch (no nuts), ensuring they have their names clearly marked on their lunch bag or alternatively, a school dinner can be booked and paid for via Feeding Hungry Minds.
We offer wraparound care on site, breakfast club and after school care. This can be booked and paid for, in advance, through ParentPay.
Additional costs
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Additional hours over free 30 hours (between school hours) |
£5.45 per hour |
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Breakfast Club (7.45-8.45am breakfast included) |
£3.75 per session |
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School lunch (book and pay, see above) |
£2.63 per day |
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Wraparound After Care (3.15-4.45pm hot snack included) (3.15-5.45pm hot snack included) |
£9.00 £12.90 |
HMRC Tax-Free Childcare
When using your tax-free childcare account to pay for breakfast club and/or after school wraparound care, please send a screen shot of the amount you have transferred to the childcare provider i.e. South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School - Carlton Road, South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF92QQ, to wraparound@carlton.wakefield.sch.uk and please specify which item you would like the money to go to i.e. breakfast club and/or wraparound.
Carlton J&I Nursery Application Form
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| Carlton J&I Nursery Application Form ~ 30hrs ~ NEW.pdf | Download |
Foundation Stage Policy
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| Foundation Stage Policy.pdf | Download |
