Manford Primary School
Welcome to Early Years
Our Early Years consist of a Preschool and two Reception classes.
Important News!
We are now accepting 2 year old to our preschool.
Please contact the school office for more information. 0208 500 2143

Reception 2027
School Reception Tours For Parents (for September 2027 places)
Thursday 24th September 9.15am
Wednesday 7th October 2.00pm
Monday 9th November 2.00pm
Wednesday 2nd December 9.15am
If you would like to attend one of the tours, then please call the school office on 020 8500 2143 to book your place.
Please have a look at our Reception curriculum page.
Preschool
Our Preschool offers places for children aged two years and above.
Two year olds
Eligible families can access 15 hours of funded childcare per week. Working parents who meet the eligibility criteria may be entitled to 30 hours of funded childcare per week.
Three and four year olds
All children are entitled to 15 hours of funded childcare per week from the term after their third birthday. Eligible working parents may be entitled to 30 hours of funded childcare per week.
If you are not eligible for 30 hours free childcare but would like your child to attend, we offer paid places. Please contact us for more information.
You can find further guidance here
With effect from April 2026:
Session times for '15 hour funded' pupils
8.45am - 11.45am (AM session)
or
12.15pm - 3.15pm (PM session)
Session times for '30 hour funded' pupils
9.15am - 3.15pm
6 hours of childcare daily
Should parents wish to choose the optional early start of 8.45am for their child, there is a fee of £3 payable for three year old and £5 for two year olds.
Please have a look at our Preschool page