Terms & Conditions
Welcome to SPLAT Nursery & Forest School. By enrolling your child with us or using our website, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully.
1. General Information
- SPLAT is a private, independent nursery and forest school for children aged 0–5 years.
- We operate 51 weeks per year (excluding Christmas closure and public holidays).
- We do not offer term-time only places.
2. Admissions & Registration
- All children are welcome subject to availability and suitability of our setting.
- A completed registration form and deposit are required to secure a place.
- Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Fees & Payments
- Fees are payable monthly in advance by the agreed method of payment.
- Late or missed payments may result in suspension of your child’s place.
- Fees remain payable during absence (e.g., holidays, illness).
- We reserve the right to adjust fees with reasonable notice.
4. Attendance & Notice
- Parents/guardians must notify us of any absence due to illness or holidays.
- One calendar month’s written notice is required to cancel or reduce sessions.
5. Health & Safety
- Children who are unwell, infectious, or running a high temperature must not attend.
- Any accidents or incidents will be recorded, and parents will be informed.
- SPLAT maintains strict safeguarding and health & safety policies at all times.
6. Forest School & Risk Awareness
- Outdoor learning is central to our curriculum. Children will engage in activities such as climbing, den building, and nature exploration.
- While all reasonable safety measures are taken, parents acknowledge that these activities involve appropriate, age-related risks that support learning and development.
7. Personal Belongings
- SPLAT cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged personal items.
- Children should bring weather-appropriate clothing and spare items each day.
8. Termination of Place
- SPLAT reserves the right to withdraw a child’s place if fees are unpaid, or if the child’s behaviour poses risks to themselves or others.
9. Website Use
- All content on our website is owned by SPLAT and may not be copied or reproduced without permission.
- We aim to ensure all information is accurate but do not accept liability for external links or third-party content.
10. Amendments
- These terms and conditions may be updated periodically. Parents will be notified of significant changes in writing.