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Funding, Curriculum & Daily Life

Everything You Need to Know

From free funded childcare entitlements to our EYFS curriculum and a typical day at Kinder Kapers Too — here is everything that helps you choose the right setting for your child in Dagenham.

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Government-Funded Places Available

Free Childcare Entitlements

Government-funded childcare hours are available for eligible children at both our Dagenham settings. Here is what your family could access.

15 Hours Universal

For all 3 & 4-year-olds from the term after their 3rd birthday. 15 free hours per week, 38 weeks per year — automatically available to every family.

No application needed

30 Hours Working Parents

Eligible working families with 3 & 4-year-olds can receive 30 free hours per week. Both parents must each work at least 16 hours per week at minimum wage.

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2-Year-Old Funding

Eligible 2-year-olds from low-income families or those receiving certain benefits can access 15 free hours per week. Ask us to check your eligibility.

Ask us for details

Expanded Entitlement

From September 2025, eligible working parents can access funded childcare for children from 9 months old. Contact us for the latest availability at our settings.

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A Typical Day

Our Daily Routine

Every day at Kinder Kapers Too is thoughtfully planned to balance structured learning, creative play, outdoor time, and rest — giving every child the consistency and stimulation they need to thrive.

8:00am
Breakfast Club & Morning Welcome Parsloes Nursery opens. Children arrive, settle in, and enjoy a healthy breakfast together.
9:00am
Village Pre-school Opens & Free Play Child-initiated activities across all learning areas — construction, role play, creative, sensory, and more.
9:30am
Circle Time Group session covering phonics, numeracy, songs, and discussion to build language and communication skills.
10:00am
Outdoor Play & Physical Activity Fresh air, exploration, and physical development. We go outside in all weathers — suitable clothing encouraged.
11:00am
Creative & Focused Activities Art, messy play, STEM exploration, or structured group activities led by our Early Years practitioners.
11:30am
Lunch & Social Time A social lunchtime where children develop independence, table manners, and conversation alongside their peers.
12:30pm
Quiet Time & Rest Rest for younger children; calm, independent activities for older ones — puzzles, books, drawing.
1:30pm
Afternoon Activities Themed play, expressive arts, and further child-initiated exploration across the learning environment.
2:30pm
Story Time & Wind Down Group story session and songs to bring the day together — reflecting on learning and preparing for home time.
3:30pm
Village Pre-school Closes Children collected by parents and carers. Parsloes Nursery continues with afternoon sessions until 6:00pm.
6:00pm
Parsloes Nursery Closes Extended-day children collected. Parsloes Nursery closes at 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Early Years Foundation Stage

Our Curriculum

We follow the EYFS statutory framework, believing children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships with trusted adults. Every activity is purposefully planned to support the seven areas of learning.

Prime Area

Communication & Language

Listening, attention, understanding, and speaking — developed through stories, songs, conversation, and group activities every day.

Prime Area

Physical Development

Gross and fine motor skills through outdoor play, climbing, crafting, dancing, and daily physical activity.

Prime Area

Personal, Social & Emotional

Self-confidence, resilience, and empathy — nurtured through our key worker system and positive relationships.

Literacy

Phonics, reading, mark-making, and early writing skills.

Mathematics

Counting, shape, space, measure, and problem-solving through hands-on play.

Understanding the World

People, cultures, nature, technology, and our local community in Dagenham.

Expressive Arts & Design

Art, music, dance, drama, and creative imagination every single day.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Parsloes Nursery (Parsloes Avenue, Dagenham RM9) welcomes children aged 9 months to 4 years. Village Pre-school (21 Charlotte Road, Dagenham RM10) welcomes children aged 2 to 4 years.

All 3 and 4-year-olds in England are entitled to 15 hours of free early education per week from the term after their third birthday, for 38 weeks a year. No application is required — simply register your child with us.

Eligible working families with 3 and 4-year-olds may receive 30 free hours of childcare per week. Both parents (or the sole carer) must each earn the equivalent of 16 hours per week at the National Living Wage. Check and apply at childcarechoices.gov.uk.

Yes. Eligible 2-year-olds from low-income families, or those in receipt of certain benefits, can access 15 hours of free childcare per week. Ask us about eligibility or visit gov.uk for more information.

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework using a play-based approach. Children explore the seven areas of learning: Communication & Language, Physical Development, Personal/Social/Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts & Design.

Parsloes Nursery (Parsloes Avenue, Dagenham RM9) is open Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm. Village Pre-school (21 Charlotte Road, Dagenham RM10) is open Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm.

Contact us by phone, WhatsApp, or via our contact form. Village Pre-school: 073 7620 9567. Parsloes Nursery: 075 0679 7338. We welcome all families to come in for a tour — no obligation to register.

Contact us directly or check eligibility at childcarechoices.gov.uk. Once you have your eligibility code, bring it to your registration appointment and we will claim the funded hours on your behalf.

Yes, Kinder Kapers Too is Ofsted registered and has received a Good rating. As an Ofsted-registered provider, we are eligible to offer government-funded childcare places.

A named water bottle, a spare change of clothes (labelled), and a small comforter if needed. We provide snacks as part of the session. Please avoid bringing toys from home unless agreed with your key worker.
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