Funded Places
The Childcare Offer for Wales - Funding for 3 and 4-Year-Olds
Parents are able to claim up to 30 hours a week of funding for their 3 and 4-year-olds, split between nursery schools and private day nurseries.
Term Time Funding: During term time, children can receive 12.5 hours in a nursery school setting and up to 17.5 hours in a private day nursery setting each week. The Term Time 17.5 hours per week of funding will be available in a choice of 5 bespoke sessions per week, each lasting 3.5 hours. This allows you to select the time slots that best align with your schedule. Additionally, you can still choose from Full or Half (AM/PM) sessions.
Session Options:
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Holiday Provision Funding: When schools close for holidays, the full 30 hours of funding can be claimed in a private nursery setting. During the 'Holiday Provision' period, our normal nursery sessions will apply, and the bespoke 3.5-hour sessions will not be available.
Funding is available for 48 weeks out of the 52 weeks in a year. This means that 4 weeks are unfunded, and fees must be paid in full by the parents.
We are also introducing tiered hourly options for additional flexibility across all age groups and for those who may want to add additional time onto their booked hours through The Childcare Offer for Wales:
Session Options:
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
For parents with younger children not qualifying for Childcare Offer for Wales Funding, a minimum of 2 hours per day using the tiered hourly rates will be required. However, this information is not applicable to the new 3.5-hour funded sessions.
Flying Start Funding Now Available at The Learning Tree Cardiff
We’re now an official Flying Start provider From September, The Learning Tree Cardiff is delighted to offer places funded through Flying Start, the Welsh Government’s early years programme for local families.
If you live in a Flying Start area of Cardiff and have a child aged 2–3, you can be entitled to a fully funded, part-time childcare place with us.
This is a fantastic opportunity for eligible families to give their child a warm, nurturing start in a setting they can trust, at no cost to you.
What is Flying Start?
Flying Start is a Welsh Government programme that supports families with children under four in specific areas of Cardiff. As part of the programme, eligible families with a 2–3 year old can access a funded, part-time childcare place for typically up to 12.5 hours a week during term time at an approved setting like The Learning Tree Cardiff.
Flying Start:
Fully-funded — no childcare fees for your eligible hours.
Delivered by our qualified, experienced Cardiff team.
Places are limited, so early enquiry is recommended — even if your child isn't quite 2 yet!
Available to families living in qualifying Cardiff postcode areas.
Is my family eligible?
Eligibility for Flying Start is based on where you live. If your postcode falls within a designated Flying Start area of Cardiff and your child is aged 2–3, you’re likely to qualify.
The quickest way to find out is to contact our team directly, and we’ll help you check your eligibility and talk you through exactly what’s available for your child, with no obligation.
How to secure your child’s funded place
Get in touch
Call, email, or fill in our enquiry form below.
Check eligibility
We’ll confirm whether you qualify for Flying Start funding.
Book a tour
Come and see The Learning Tree Cardiff for yourself, meet the team, and ask questions.
Secure your place
With spaces limited, we recommend enquiring as early as possible ahead of September.
FAQ: Your Flying Start questions, answered
Q: What is Flying Start?
A: Flying Start is the Welsh Government’s early years programme, supporting families in specific areas with services including funded, part-time childcare for eligible 2–3-year-olds.
Q: How do I know if I’m eligible?
A: Eligibility is mainly based on your home postcode. Get in touch with our team, and we’ll help confirm whether you qualify.
Q: Has the previous funding offer changed?
A: Yes — The Learning Tree Cardiff is now an official Flying Start provider. This funding replaces our previous offer, so all current and prospective families should get in touch to understand what’s available to them from September.
Q: How many hours of funded childcare will my child get?
A: This depends on your individual circumstances and Flying Start entitlement. Our team will confirm your child’s exact funded hours once eligibility is checked.
Q: What if I’m not eligible for Flying Start?
A: No problem — we still offer flexible paid places and can talk you through any other funding your child may be entitled to, including the Childcare Offer for Wales.
Q: My child isn’t 2 years old yet, can I still enquire?
A: Yes, you can still enquire about Flying Start even if your child isn’t up to 2 yet. Our spaces are limited, so it’s best to get in touch sooner.
Q: How do I book a place?
A: Simply enquire using the form below or give us a call. We’ll guide you through eligibility, book you in for a tour, and help secure your child’s place ahead of September.
Ready to find out more?
For more information regarding our funded places, please fill out the form below and a member of our team will contact you to discuss your options and any questions you may have.
The Learning Tree Day Nursery
Ocean Park, E Moors Rd,
Cardiff CF24 5XH
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