We aim to support parents every step of the way by providing clear guidance on childcare funding, helpful answers to common questions, and easy access to key information, including our latest Ofsted report and other important resources.
At Paradise, we understand that paying for childcare isn’t always easy, which is why we encourage parents to make use of the funded hours offered to them. How many funded hours you get depends on how old your child is and your family circumstances.
You may be eligible for up to 15 hours of funded childcare per week for your 2-year-old if you meet the government criteria.
Available for eligible families in England
Up to 15 funded hours per week
Support may be available if you receive:
Income Support, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Universal Credit, hild Tax Credit.
Children may also be eligible if:
They are looked after by the local authority
They receive Disability Living Allowance
All families in England are entitled to funded childcare once their child turns 3.
15 hours per week for all children aged 3 to 4
Up to 30 hours per week for eligible working families
To qualify for 30 hours:
You or your partner must earn at least £183 per week
Equivalent to 16 hours at National Minimum or Living Wage
Working families may be entitled to additional funded childcare support.
Up to 15 hours per week for children aged 9 months to 3 years
Available from September 2024
Up to 30 hours per week for children aged 3 to 4 years
You may still be eligible if:
You or your partner are on maternity, paternity, or adoption leave
You are unable to work due to disability
You have caring responsibilities
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- Childcare Vouchers: Childcare costs paid directly from your salary before tax
- Tax-Free Childcare: For working parents with children aged 0–11
(0–16 if the child is disabled) - Receive up to £2,000 per child per year towards childcare costs - Care to Learn: Support for parents under 20 starting a publicly funded course
- Universal Credit Childcare: Working parents on Universal Credit may claim up to 85% of childcare costs
- Childcare Grant: Financial support for parents in full-time higher education
- Funded Childcare for Fostered Children: Funded childcare options available for eligible fostered children
- Free School Meals (Nursery): Check if your nursery-age child is eligible for free school meals
Ofsted Inspection Reports
At Paradise Early Years, we take immense pride in delivering exceptional early years education and care.
Experience Paradise
We welcome parents to visit Little Wonders Nursery and see first-hand how we inspire and nurture children every day. Our Ofsted report reflects the dedication and care we bring to early years education, but nothing compares to experiencing the warmth and energy of our nursery in person.
Our Commitment to Excellence
Our commitment to nurturing children’s development has been recognised through Ofsted inspections, which provide an impartial evaluation of the quality we offer. These inspections ensure that we meet the highest standards of care, learning, and safeguarding, reassuring parents of the outstanding environment we create for their children.
At Paradise, we believe that a well-rounded early education should nurture not only a child’s academic and social skills but also their spiritual growth and moral understanding. Our approach to tarbiyyah and Islamiyah reflects our commitment to building strong Islamic values, habits, and character in every child. By instilling these principles from a young age, we aim to shape children who are confident, compassionate, and grounded in their faith.
We believe that a solid foundation in tarbiyyah and Islamiyah will help each child grow into a well-rounded individual who is compassionate, respectful, and firmly rooted in their faith. Together with families, we are committed to nurturing future generations who are not only academically strong but also spiritually grounded.
- Character Building: Through stories, discussions, and role modeling, we help children learn important Islamic values like kindness, honesty, patience, and respect for others.
- Positive Habits: We teach good habits from an early age, such as gratitude (saying “Alhamdulillah”), sharing, and being gentle. These small acts, repeated daily, help children internalise key Islamic values.
- Daily Routines with Islamic Etiquette: Practicing salaam greetings, we make sure Islamic manners and etiquettes are woven into our daily routines in a way that is meaningful and joyful for the children.
- Basic Islamic Knowledge: We introduce foundational teachings such as the five pillars of Islam, Prophet stories, and simple duas (supplications). These are taught through stories and visual aids that are age-appropriate and engaging.
- Learning and Reciting Short Surahs: With gentle encouragement, we help children learn and recite short surahs from the Quran, fostering a love for the words of Allah and building confidence in recitation.
- Islamic Celebrations and Milestones: We observe Islamic events such as Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha, helping children understand their significance through crafts, stories, and celebrations that bring these blessed times to life.
We understand that parents are a child’s first teachers, and nurturing Islamic values at home is as important as it is at the nursery. To support this partnership, we:
- Share resources and tips to help parents integrate tarbiyyah practices into daily routines.
Provide Islamiyah activities, such as dua cards or simple Quranic stories, that parents can enjoy with their children at home. - Host family-friendly events and workshops focused on practical ways to encourage faith-based development in young children.
You may be eligible for up to 15 hours of funded childcare per week for your 2-year-old if you meet the government criteria.
- Available for eligible families in England
- Up to 15 funded hours per week
- Available for eligible families in England
Support may be available if you receive:
- Income Support
- Jobseeker’s Allowance
- Universal Credit
- Child Tax Credit
Children may also be eligible if:
- They are looked after by the local authority
- They receive Disability Living Allowance
All families in England are entitled to funded childcare once their child turns 3.
- 15 hours per week for all children aged 3 to 4
- Up to 30 hours per week for eligible working families
To qualify for 30 hours:
- You or your partner must earn at least £183 per week
- Equivalent to 16 hours at National Minimum or Living Wage
Working families may be entitled to additional funded childcare support.
- Up to 15 hours per week for children aged 9 months to 3 year
- Up to 30 hours per week for children aged 3 to 4 years
You may still be eligible if:
- You or your partner are on maternity, paternity, or adoption leave
- You are unable to work due to disability
- You have caring responsibilities
Children may also be eligible if:
- They are looked after by the local authority
- They receive Disability Living Allowance
