RGS Dodderhill Nursery Fees and Funding
At RGS Dodderhill Nursery, we aim to make the admissions and funding process as simple and supportive as possible for families.
We offer a warm, nurturing term-time nursery for children aged 2 to 4 and accept government-funded childcare hours for eligible families.
If you are unsure what funding your child may be entitled to, our admissions team will be very happy to guide you through the process.
Fee Structure
From September 2026, our daily fee will be £86.00, and our termly fee is £4,610 (VAT exempt).
Registration Fee – £60 (including VAT)
Acceptance Deposit payable on acceptance of an offer of a place – £120 (including VAT)
The nursery operates during term time only, in line with The RGS Worcester Family of Schools term dates.
Government Funding
We offer between 15 and 30 hours funding through the Government Scheme for children aged 2+ until the term in which they turn 5. This support will reflect the prevailing Government regulations and is subject to a minimum of two days per week.
Session Times
Opening Hours
7.45am – 6.00pm
Minimum Attendance
Children attend a minimum of 2 days per week.
Flexible attendance patterns are available subject to availability.
Wraparound Care
Additional care is available within the nursery day to support busy families.
- Early drop-off available from 7.45am
- Extended afternoon care available until 6.00pm
Funding and Session Information
Funding arrangements vary depending on:
- Your child’s age
- Your eligibility for funded hours
- The number of sessions attended
Detailed information regarding:
- 2-Year-Old Funding
- 3-Year-Old Funding
- Specialist provision
- Session breakdowns
can be found in our Nursery Funding Guide, which is available from our admissions team: admissionsdh@rgsw.org.uk.
Checking Your Eligibility
You can find more information about government childcare funding, including eligibility criteria and how to apply, on the Government childcare support website.
Parents can usually apply for:
- 15 funded hours
- 30 funded hours
- Eligible 2-year-old funding
We recommend applying as early as possible, before your child is due to start nursery.
Support and Guidance
We understand that nursery funding and childcare support can sometimes feel complicated.
Our admissions and nursery teams are always happy to:
- Explain funding options
- Help calculate fees
- Discuss attendance patterns
- Answer any questions you may have
No question is ever too small when it comes to your child’s future.
Next Steps
We warmly encourage families to visit the nursery and speak with our team about the options available.
What is Included in Nursery
Children at RGS Dodderhill Nursery benefit from:
- Wraparound care from 7.45 am to 6.00 pm daily
- Breakfast from 7.45am which includes cereals, toast, croissants and fruit with milk or water
- A mid-morning snack
- Two course hot lunch
- A warm and nurturing nursery environment
- Experienced Early Years staff
- Daily outdoor play and learning
- Specialist activities such as outdoor learning, music and creative sessions
- Daily communication with parents through Seesaw and key worker handovers
