Term Dates
St Paul’s Preschool operates around the academic year, helping families plan childcare, holidays and funding start dates with confidence.
Funded childcare usually begins from the term after your child becomes eligible.
Funding term start points
Children can usually begin funded sessions from the term after their qualifying birthday:
- Birthdays between 1 September and 31 December – funding may begin in January
- Birthdays between 1 January and 31 March – funding may begin in April
- Birthdays between 1 April and 31 August – funding may begin in September
Please speak to our team if you are unsure when your child’s funded place can begin.
Current term dates
Spring Term
05/01/2026 – 27/03/2026
Summer Term
13/04/2026 – 17/07/2026
Autumn Term
01/09/2026 – 18/12/2026
Half-Term Dates
Easter: 30/03/2026 – 10/04/2026
Summer: 20/07/2026 – 31/08/2026
Pre-School Closure or Inset Dates
Bank Holiday: 04/05/2026
Inset Day: 07/05/2026
Planning your child’s start
If you are unsure when your child can begin, or when their funded hours may start, our team will be happy to talk you through the options.
Please contact St Paul’s Preschool to check current term dates, funding dates and place availability.