The World Outside Kindergarten
A Unique Outdoor Nursery for Ages 2-5 –
Small, Nurturing Setting which exceeds the EYFS Standards
Through Nature-Based Learning
01562 265056
Our Fees at a Glance
We keep our fees as clear and transparent as possible, so you can quickly understand what to expect.
Session Fees (including Woodland Provision):
Full Day (8:00am – 5:00pm): £81
Morning (8:00am – 12:30pm): £45
Afternoon (1:00pm – 5:00pm): £39
Funded Places Available
We offer both 15 and 30 hours funded childcare, stretched across the year.
As a guide:
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15 funded hours ≈ 11 hours per week (all year round)
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30 funded hours ≈ 22 hours per week (all year round)
What most families pay
Every family is slightly different depending on sessions and funding, but:
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Most families pay between £125 – £350 per month
We’re always happy to give you a clear, personalised breakdown.
Example of Fees
funding is stretched over 51 weeks of the year, so your monthly invoice remains the same, allowing you to budget effectively
Two afternoons a week (Funded)
£138/ per month
Perfect for afternoon adventures, making friends and getting used to nursery life.
Two Full days and one afternoon a week (Funded)
£138/ per month
Great for developing confidence, making friends and enjoying meaningful outdoor play.
One Full day and One afternoon
( Funded)
£196/ a month
A flexible mix that works really well for families who need a bit of variety.
Three days a week (Funded)
£498/ per month
Brilliant for children who love being busy — lots of learning, play and friendships.
Two Full days ( Funded)
£258/ a month
Our most popular choice — a great balance of nursery time and time at home.
Two afternoons a week (Funded)
£138/ per month
Perfect for afternoon adventures, making friends and getting used to nursery life.
Two Mornings a week
£382/ per month
Mornings are our most in-demand sessions and priced accordingly. Afternoons or full days often offer better value.
These example figures are provided as a guide. Your exact fees will depend on your child’s age, funded entitlement, and chosen sessions.
A fully funded place is available and covers the core requirements of the EYFS.
However, our enhanced woodland provision — which is at the heart of what we do — is not included in funded hours.
The costs shown above include everything your child needs to access our woodland environment and outdoor experiences — there are no additional costs
We’re always happy to work out an exact figure for you — just get in touch.
We believe in transparency
What’s included in the examples
Our fees include access to our full outdoor, woodland-based provision:
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Daily time in our woodland setting
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Forest School activities (fire, tools, nature-based learning)
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Higher staff ratios for safety and support
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Experienced, highly trained team
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All equipment and resources needed for outdoor learning
A quick note about funding
Government funded hours are completely free at the point of use.
You are not required to pay for any additional extras to access your funded place.
At The World Outside, we offer:
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A core funded place, which meets all EYFS requirements
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An enhanced woodland provision, which includes daily access to our woodland environment, forest school activities, outdoor cooking, and the full outdoor experience we are known for
The woodland provision is part of our enhanced offer and is not included within the funded hours.
Families who choose not to take the enhanced provision will still receive a funded place, but this will not include access to the woodland-based elements of our setting.
🌳Our Fee Packages🌳
What makes us different
At The World Outside, your child isn’t just attending a nursery — they are:
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Spending daily time in a woodland environment
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Building confidence through real, hands-on experiences
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Learning practical skills like fire lighting, cooking, and tool use
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Developing strength, coordination, and independence
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Supported by a highly trained, experienced team
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School readiness
This is what families are choosing when they join us.
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What our voluntary fees include
Our fees support:
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Our fees support the full outdoor experience your child receives each day, including:
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Higher staff ratios to ensure safety, support, and quality interactions
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Daily access to our woodland environment
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Forest School activities, including fire, tools, and nature-based learning
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Care of our animals, including feeding and interacting with our chickens and guinea pigs
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All equipment and resources needed for outdoor learning
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Woodland management and maintenance to keep the environment safe and sustainable
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Specialist staff training, including Forest School qualifications and Outdoor First Aid
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Ongoing risk assessment and safety measures appropriate for an outdoor setting
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Beech
🌲 Full access to magical woodland spaces for fun, freedom & discovery
🍃 Daily nature adventures, forest rambles & cosy fire-side cooking
🔥 Forest School activities to build confidence, resilience & joy
🧑🤝🧑 Higher staff ratios for safe, supported exploration every day
🌅 Early bird drop-off from 8am
🌙 Stay late until 5:30pm
💚 £49 per day plus funded hours
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Oak
🌳 Full access to woodland spaces & outdoor education for fun and discovery
🪵 Daily nature adventures, wild rambles & cosy fire-side cooking
🔥 Forest School activities to spark confidence, resilience & joy
🧑🏫 Extra staff for safe, supported exploration in every season
💚 £29.88 per day plus funded hours
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Roots
🏫 Fully government funded — no additional fees
🌤️ Access to our indoor classroom, with up to 1 hour of outdoor play daily
📚 Meets Early Years Foundation Stage requirements
🍁 A classroom-based option, offering structure and care — but without the full immersive woodland experience that lies at the heart of our ethos.
Free Early Education Offer for Parents
The World Outside – Funded Childcare Entitlement
What We Offer
We provide funded early education for eligible children in line with government guidelines:
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15 hours per week (universal entitlement) for all 3- and 4-year-olds
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30 hours per week for eligible working parents of 3- and 4-year-olds
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15 hours per week for eligible 2-year-olds
To support families who require year-round childcare, we stretch funded hours across 51 weeks per year.
This means:
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15 funded hours (term time) = 11 hours per week all year
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30 funded hours (term time) = 22 hours per week all year
This allows families to access their funded entitlement more evenly throughout the year.
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When Funded Hours Are Available
Funded hours are available during the following sessions:
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Afternoon Session: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
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Full Day Session: 8:00am – 5:00pm when booking a full day
Please note:
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Funded hours cannot be applied to stand-alone morning sessions.
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Funded hours are available when booking a full-day session or afternoon session.
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Parents are required to book a minimum of two sessions across two separate days per week to support continuity of learning and safe woodland supervision.
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Parents may choose a combination of sessions up to their total funded hours within our session structure.
Our session structure reflects the operational and safety requirements of delivering early years education within a woodland environment.
Please refer to the Admissions Policy for full details.
What is Included in the Government Funded Offer?
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Fully funded places include:
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Early years education that meets the requirements of the EYFS statutory framework and Ofsted regulations
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Access to our indoor classroom learning space
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Access to outdoor play areas at specified times during the day in line with EYFS requirements
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Access to the Famly communication and learning platform
What is NOT included in the funded entitlement:
Government funding does not cover additional services, consumables or enhanced provision.
Parents are responsible for providing the following personal items:
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Nappies, wipes and nappy sacks
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Spare clothing
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Suntan cream/ insect repellent
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Outdoor clothing including waterproofs, hats, gloves and boots suitable for outdoor play
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Packed lunch and main meals
Parents may choose to provide their own snacks or purchase optional snack contributions from the nursery.
Optional Additional Services
Government funded childcare hours are provided completely free of charge.
Parents are not required to purchase additional hours, services or consumables to access their funded entitlement.
However, in line with the Department for Education’s Early Education and Childcare Statutory Guidance, providers may offer optional additional services and enhanced provision, which parents may choose to access.
At The World Outside, this enhanced provision is offered through our Woodland Provision Supplement.
Woodland Provision Supplement
The Woodland Provision Supplement supports the delivery of enhanced outdoor learning experiences within our woodland environment.
Delivering early years education within a woodland setting requires additional resources, specialist staffing and infrastructure beyond those required in traditional indoor nurseries.
The Woodland Provision Supplement contributes towards the additional consumables, specialist resources, staffing, training and infrastructure required to safely deliver high-quality woodland learning experiences.
This includes:
• Higher staff-to-child ratios (typically 1:4) to ensure safe woodland supervision
• Additional insurance covering woodland and Forest School activities
• Tree safety inspections, arboriculture surveys and woodland maintenance
• Woodland site management and habitat protection
• Specialist staff training including Forest School training and Outdoor First Aid
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) for staff and children when undertaking woodland activities
• Specialist Forest School tools and equipment, including supply, maintenance and storage
• Outdoor learning infrastructure including shelters, tarpaulins and woodland equipment
• Replacement and maintenance of specialist outdoor learning equipment
• Natural craft materials and loose parts for woodland learning
• Firewood and materials used for outdoor cooking experiences
• Outdoor hygiene facilities and handwashing equipment
• Emergency communication equipment including walkie-talkies
• Specialist safety equipment such as burns kits, fire blankets and fire buckets
• Woodland exploration activities such as nature rambles and nature discovery
• Enhanced safety supervision and dynamic risk management within woodland environments
• Care and welfare of the kindergarten animals including food, housing and veterinary care
• Environmental conservation and woodland stewardship
• Care of the animals, food, welfare and vet fees
• The long-term wellbeing, health and developmental benefits associated with regular time spent learning in nature
The Woodland Provision Supplement relates to enhanced woodland provision and optional services and does not form part of the government funded childcare hours.
Due to the nature of our setting as a fully outdoor nursery, we are not equipped to provide more than a very basic free funded offer without additional contributions.
The location of the woodland presents unique challenges that limit our ability to deliver the full outdoor experience under the standard funding allocation.
While this basic provision meets the EYFS standards, it falls below the high standards we uphold as a nursery and does not fully align with our ethos of immersive outdoor learning
Package Availability & Optional Enhanced Provision
To support effective staff planning, resource allocation and the delivery of enhanced woodland provision, The World Outside offers optional enhanced packages known as the Oaks Package and Beech Package.
Participation in these packages is entirely optional and is not required to access government funded childcare hours.
If parents choose to discontinue participation in an enhanced package, we ask for one full term’s notice to support staffing and operational planning.
Please note that the Oaks and Beech Packages are subject to availability at the time of registration. If a family chooses to discontinue participation in an enhanced package, we cannot guarantee that availability within the package will be offered again in the future.
Parents remain responsible for providing certain personal items required for their child’s daily care, including:
• A packed lunch or main meal (please refer to our Packed Lunch Policy)
• Nappies, wipes and nappy sacks
• Spare clothing
• Outdoor clothing suitable for outdoor play, including waterproofs, hats, gloves and boots
• Sun cream and insect repellent where appropriate
Parents may also choose to access the nursery’s optional snack contribution or enhanced woodland provision packages.
Our Three Levels of Provision
At The World Outside Kindergarten we offer three levels of provision so that families can choose the option that best suits their needs.
Roots – Core Funded Offer
This is the government funded early years entitlement. It provides high-quality EYFS education and care that meets all statutory requirements.
Oaks – Enhanced Woodland Provision
This option includes access to our enhanced woodland learning environment, Forest School experiences and additional resources required to safely deliver outdoor education within a woodland setting.
Beech – Enhanced Woodland Provision + Extended Hours
This option includes everything within the Oaks Package along with additional extended hours for families who require longer childcare sessions.
Participation in the Oaks and Beech packages is optional and not required to access funded childcare hours.
When comparing our fees with other settings please ensure that you ask for the additional charges and added extras that may be included in your monthly invoice
Statement for Parents
Funded Childcare at The World Outside
At The World Outside, we are passionate about the benefits of outdoor learning and are proud to be the only fully outdoor early years setting in the Wyre Forest.
Our ethos is built on fostering confidence, resilience, and a deep connection with nature, giving children the unique opportunity to learn and thrive in an environment rich with real-world experiences.
As a fully outdoor setting, safety must be our highest priority.
Unlike traditional nurseries, we operate within a woodland environment, which requires significant additional safety measures to ensure the well-being of all children.
These essential measures include:
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Extra staffing to maintain safe supervision in woodland areas – we operate at higher staff-to-child ratio than indoor settings to ensure safe exploration and learning
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Annual tree safety inspections and maintenance to reduce risks from falling branches and natural hazards.
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Specialist training for staff, including Forest School qualifications and outdoor first aid.
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Specialist equipment and safety measures, Personal protective equipment for staff and children and well-maintained tools for outdoor learning, time for staff to carry our risk assessments.
Funding & Parental Contributions
We offer government-funded childcare places, stretching funded hours across 51 weeks per year to provide flexibility for families.
However, the funding rate set by the local authority does not cover the essential safety measures required to operate our woodland setting.
To maintain the safety, quality, and ethos of our provision, we ask for voluntary contributions from parents.
These contributions enable us to:
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Keep your child safe in the woodland environment by funding essential risk management.
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Ensure the woodland and trees remain safe for children to enter and explore.
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Provide the staffing levels necessary for outdoor learning and supervision.
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Offer the full Forest School experience, including woodland walks, campfire cooking, nature-based activities, and animal care.
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Care for our nursery guinea pigs, allowing children to develop responsibility and a connection with animals.
The Fully Funded Offer: What It Includes
We are committed to ensuring that all children can access their government-funded hours, and our provision will continue to meet EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
However, due to the unique nature of our woodland setting, our ability to provide full outdoor experiences depends on additional funding for specialist staffing, safety measures, and training as detailed above.
Without these contributions, we are only able to offer a basic provision, which means your child’s experience will be:
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A safe and engaging EYFS-aligned experience that meets all early year’s requirements.
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Access to an outdoor play area, at set times during the day, as we do not have the facilities for free-flow outdoor play.
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Limited outdoor learning experiences, as activities must be adjusted to fit minimum staffing levels.
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No access to our woodland areas, as we cannot safely maintain and staff them under the basic funding rate.
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No access to our nursery guinea pigs, as their care and interaction sessions are part of our enhanced provision.
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No participation in specialist Forest School activities such as tool work, fire lighting, and extended exploration of nature.
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Their nursery experience will be safe and meet all early years requirements but will be limited in scope compared to our woodland-based provision.
If your child would benefit from the full outdoor learning experience, but financial concerns are a barrier, please speak to us confidentially—we may be able to explore support options together.
Is The World Outside Right for Your Child?
Our nursery is a specialist outdoor learning setting, and outdoor access is at the heart of everything we do. If you are looking for a high-quality, nature-based early years’ experience, we strongly encourage you to consider how your contributions help make this possible.
For more details on our Funding Policy, optional extras, and how to apply, please see our Funding Policy or contact us directly.
Woodland Access & Weather Conditions
At The World Outside, we are committed to providing daily outdoor learning experiences in our woodland setting. However, access to the woodland is dependent on weather conditions, and on rare occasions, we may be unable to access it due to safety risks posed by high winds or extreme weather.
Why Does This Happen?
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High winds can cause branches to fall, making areas unsafe for children and staff.
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Storms and extreme weather can lead to tree damage that requires professional maintenance and arborist assessments.
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These are the days when the most damage occurs, and our priority is to ensure the woodland remains safe for future learning experiences.
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Thunder storms will require us to leave the woodlands for up to and usually no more than a few hours whilst the storm passes through.
Important Note:
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Woodland closures due to safety concerns i.e. high winds occur only a few days per year on average, on these occasions we use our open spaces to ensure that the children are able to get outside
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There will be no refunds or reductions in fees for days when the woodland are inaccessible, as contributions help fund essential tree maintenance, risk assessments, and specialist services to keep the woodland safe for future use.
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Alternative outdoor learning activities will be provided in our other designated outdoor spaces when the woodland is not accessible.
We appreciate your understanding and support in ensuring the long-term safety and sustainability of our outdoor learning environment.
This fee calculator provides a close estimate to the fees you will pay at The World Outside. There are no hidden extras.
For an accurate quote please contact the Kindergarten to check the fees
Please Note: Full days and afternoons can be funded. Mornings only are not funded
How to Apply for Funded Childcare
To access funded childcare:
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Check your eligibility at www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
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Apply for your funding code (if applicable)
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Provide us with your funding details to secure your child’s place
If you have any questions or need help applying, please contact us
We look forward to welcoming your child!
Our fees as an outdoor setting
At The World Outside, safety is our highest priority. As an outdoor-based setting, we maintain a higher staff-to-child ratio of 1:5 rather than the standard 1:8, ensuring that children are fully supervised and supported while exploring the woodland environment.
Our session fees are set to reflect the true cost of delivering high-quality outdoor education.
These fees are called the woodland supplement and cover:
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Highly trained staff to maintain our enhanced supervision levels.
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A higher staff-to-child ratio than the government’s minimum requirements, exceeding the standards used in traditional nursery settings.
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Specialist outdoor equipment to support safe and engaging learning.
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Regular woodland maintenance and tree safety inspections to ensure a secure environment.
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Additional activities, such as outdoor cooking, Forest School sessions, and nature-based experiences.
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Specialist training for staff, including Forest School qualifications and 16-hour Outdoor First Aid certification.
Families who are eligible for government-funded childcare hours may apply their entitlement to reduce this cost
All fees are transparent and clearly outlined, please use the fee calculator to estimate your fees. For an accurate quote please contact the nursery
Working with the Local Authority
We are working closely with the Local Authority to ensure that our fee structure aligns with the latest funding guidance. Our updated funding policy has been submitted for review, and we expect confirmation by March 2025. We remain committed to full compliance with funding regulations and will update our information as soon as we receive further guidance.
Transparent Pricing & Comparing Costs
We believe in complete transparency when it comes to our fees. Unlike some nursery settings, we ensure that all charges are clearly stated upfront. When comparing our fees with other providers, we encourage parents to check whether additional fees are applied to funded places and please ensure that they are included in any quotes when comparing our fees with other settings
If you have any questions about how funding works or would like further details on our fees, we are happy to help. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
Meals, Lite Bites and Consumables
The children are required to bring their own packed lunches and snacks .
On most days we hope that the children will get the opportunity to cook light snacks on the fire if you have the Oaks Package
there will be no extra charge as this is covered by the woodland supplement.
Parents are required to provide their child's own personal care items,
such as nappies, wipes, sun lotion, creams, clothing and outdoor clothing/ waterproofs etc.
Additional Charges
Additional charges may apply for activities that require an outside provider.
These will be agreed in advance and will not be compulsory.
Terms
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Fees are paid monthly, in advance (by the last day of each calendar month).
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Late payment will incur a 10% surcharge
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Prices are reviewed bi-annually.
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One month's notice or fees in lieu of are required for a child leaving.
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Fees are charged 51 weeks including bank holidays and are due monthly by standing order.
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Minimum booking of two short days
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6 months notice of any decrease in hours or moving to a new provider after first registration, then 3 months thereafter.
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All funding is stretched over 51 weeks, we do not provide term time only places
Registration
We request a non-refundable deposit of £50 to secure your child's place at our kindergarten which will be deducted from your first month's invoice.
Refundable Deposit for Door Fobs: To maintain the security and ease of access to our facilities, we will require a £10 refundable deposit for each gate access door fob. This deposit is fully refundable upon the return of
Waterproofs
You are able to purchase didriksons waterproofs from the kindergarten. Price on request
Polo shirts and Hoodies
Polos and hoodies can be purchased from the kindergarten - Price on request
Closure dates
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New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1 January 2025
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Good Friday – Friday, 18 April 2025
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Easter Monday – Monday, 21 April 2025
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Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 5 May 2025
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Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 26 May 2025
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Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 25 August 2025
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Christmas Day – Thursday, 25 December 2025
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Boxing Day – Friday, 26 December 2025
Christmas Closure 2025 to 2026
The Kindergarten will be closed for Christmas on Wednesday 24th December 2025 through to Friday 2nd of January 2025 and reopen at 8am on Monday 5th January 2026
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New Year’s Day – Thursday, 1 January 2026
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Good Friday – Friday, 3 April 2026
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Easter Monday – Monday, 6 April 2026
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Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, 4 May 2026
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Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, 25 May 2026
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Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, 31 August 2026
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Christmas Day – Friday, 25 December 2026
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Boxing Day – Saturday, 26 December 2026
Christmas Closure 2026 - 2027
The Kindergarten will be closed for Christmas on Thursday 24th December 2026 through to Friday 2nd of January 2026 and reopen on Monday 4th January 2027
We understand you may have questions about why we charge additional fees alongside government-funded hours.
Government funding only covers basic childcare costs, and the government's focus on providing low-cost childcare undermines parents' wishes for high-quality care in a safe, nurturing environment. Providing cheap childcare is not an option for us, as safety and well-being are paramount—especially in our unique outdoor setting, where children learn through nature.
Our higher staff-to-child ratio ensures personalised support, supervision, and a nurturing environment.
Staffing costs continue to rise, with the National Living Wage increasing to £12.21 per hour in April 2025. We pay above standard nursery wages to reflect the exceptional work of our staff in our outdoor setting.
Additionally, the national minimum wage and National Insurance contributions have increased by 9.8%, significantly raising our overall staffing costs. Meanwhile, government funding has only increased by 5.5%, meaning it does not fully cover these rising expenses.
These additional voluntary fees allow us to maintain high-quality staffing, provide enriching activities, and offer a well-equipped, stimulating outdoor setting. This ensures your child benefits from engaging, nature-based learning that goes beyond the minimum standards.
By investing in these areas, we continue to provide the exceptional care, education, and outdoor experiences that every child deserves.
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