Parent Information
Our Services
Flexible childcare across our Fforestfach (Cwmdu) and Morriston (Tan Y Lan) sites in Swansea.
- Nurturing care pathways
- Bilingual opportunities
- School-run support
At a Glance
Fforestfach (Cwmdu)
- Age range
- 0-3 years, 3-4 years, 4+ years
- Core day options
- 7:30am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:30pm
- School runs
- Pickups and drop-offs available
- Minimum attendance
- A minimum of 2 half day per week (availability)
- Funding
- Flying start, 30 hours funding and tax free childcare accepted (funding details)
- Jump links
- Parent Information Famly App FAQs
Typical Day Timeline
- 7:30amOpen / breakfast club
- 8:30amCore day starts
- 1:00pmAfternoon half-day begins
- 3:00pmAfter-school pickups
- 5:30pmClose (club to 6:00pm)
Morriston (Tan Y Lan)
- Age range
- 2-5 years
- Core day option
- 7:30am-5:30pm full day, plus half-day options
- School access
- Free collection from YGG Tan Y Lan via internal door. We offer pick up and drop off to other schools.
- Minimum attendance
- Two half days per week (availability)
- Funding
- Flying start, 30 hours funding and tax free childcare accepted (funding details)
- Jump links
- Parent Information Funding FAQs
Typical Day Timeline
- 7:30amOpen and arrivals
- 9:00amMorning sessions
- 12:30pmHalf-day handover
- 1:00pmAfternoon sessions
- 5:30pmClose
Fforestfach Site
Childcare Provider Fforestfach (Cwmdu), Swansea
Full-day care, half-day care, and school-run support with flexible options for working families.
Parent Information
We offer the following:
0-3 years
- Full day care
- 7:30am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:30pm
- Half day care
- 8:30am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:30pm
- Additional hours
- Available at an additional charge
3-4 years
- Full day care
- 7:30am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:30pm
- School runs
- Pickups and drop-offs available
- Funding
- 30 hours funding accepted
4+ years
- Breakfast Club
- 7:30am-9:00am
- After School Club
- 3:00pm-6:00pm
- School transport
- Drop-off and collection service available
Learning through play in a warm, welcoming
environment.
Hands-on exploration that supports early development.
A balance of routine, creativity, and nurturing care.
Imaginative spaces built for confidence and
curiosity.
- Early start from 7:30am
- Flexible half-day entry points
- Linked school-run support
Our Benefits
- Large garden area
- Exclusive use of soft play area, including sensory rooms
- Purpose-built role play area to encourage imaginative play
- We accommodate shift workers
- Home pickup and drop-off service
- Wide range of school collection/drop-off services
- Q-bell system for secure drop-off and collection
- All meals and snacks are included in the price.
- We accept childcare vouchers T's&C's apply.
Availability
Even if you are not looking to arrange childcare just yet, it is usually best to enquire as early as possible, as spaces can be booked months in advance.
Please include a potential start date and required days when you enquire, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
- Minimum requirement
- At least 2 half day per week to join the nursery; terms and conditions apply.
Childcare Funding
We are registered to access flying start childcare - funding and childcare offer for Wales.
- Typical entitlement
-
Childcare Offer for Wales
Usually 17.5 hours per week, often split between nursery and school (varies by school) -
Flying Start
12.5 Hours per week. - Additional charges
- School runs and food charges, may incur extra charges when funded
- Non-funded weeks
- Parents are required to cover non-funded weeks
Funding resources:
Famly App Access
Access to the Famly App allows direct contact with key workers, management, and room teams.
- View children's photos and daily updates
- Track routines and development checks
- Send and receive messages with the nursery team
Morriston Site
Childcare Provider Morriston (Tan Y Lan), Swansea
Welsh-language learning in a calm, engaging
environment.
Creative sessions that build communication and
confidence.
Structured play routines with nurturing staff
support.
Active learning spaces that support school readiness.
- Welsh-language immersion
- YGG Tan Y Lan pickup support
- Balanced meals daily
Parent Information
Suitable from 2 years to 5 years.
Full day care
7:30am-5:30pm
Session options
Full day care and half day care available
School collection
Free collection from YGG Tan Y Lan via internal door
Our Benefits
- Welsh-speaking environment
- Use of school facilities such as tennis courts and football pitch
- Role play area to encourage imaginative play
- Childcare funding and tax-free childcare available
- Healthy, balanced meals provided daily
- Exclusive use of sensory area
- Free collection from YGG Tan Y Lan; children from other schools also accepted
- Natural, real resources to spark imaginative play and curiosity
- Access to Famly App for direct contact with key workers, management, and rooms, plus photos, routines and development checks
Availability
Even if you are not looking to arrange childcare just yet, it is usually best to enquire as early as possible, as spaces can be booked months in advance.
- Minimum requirement
- Two half days per week to join the nursery
Childcare Funding
We are registered to access Flying Start childcare funding and the Childcare Offer for Wales.
- Typical entitlement
- Childcare Offer for Wales
- Usually 17.5 hours per week, often split between nursery and school (varies by school)
- Flying Start
- 12.5 hours per week
- Additional charges
- School runs and food charges may incur extra charges when funded
- Non-funded weeks
- Parents are required to cover non-funded weeks
Funding resources:
UK Childcare
Site-by-Site Frequently Asked Questions
Cwmdu ages: 3 months to 12 years
Tan Y Lan ages: 2 to 5 years
Weekend care: Not available
What ages do you care for at each site?
Cwmdu (Fforestfach): 3 months to 12 years.
Tan Y Lan (Morriston): 2 to 5 years.
Do you provide after-school care and collections?
Cwmdu (Fforestfach): After-school club is available for full-time school children, with pickups from local schools.
Tan Y Lan (Morriston): Free collection is available from the YGG Tan Y Lan site via the internal door. Children from other schools can attend, but collection runs are provided at additional costs.
What is the minimum booking requirement?
Cwmdu (Fforestfach): Minimum two half-days per week.
Tan Y Lan (Morriston): Minimum two half-days per week.
Do you offer ad hoc hours or weekend care?
Both sites: We do not provide ad hoc only hours, and weekend care is not available.
Do you offer term-time only contracts?
Cwmdu (Fforestfach): Yes, term-time childcare is available with a minimum of one full day per week.
Tan Y Lan (Morriston): Please enquire with the team about current contract options.
Do you provide settling-in sessions?
Both sites: Two settling sessions are offered, each lasting two hours.
What is included in the fees?
Both sites: Fees include meals, snacks, and refreshments.
Can you support food allergies and shift-working families?
Both sites: We can support most food allergies where practical within the setting.
Both sites: Shift-worker places are available (minimum 8 shifts per month, submitted by Tuesday in the week before care is required).
Still have questions? We are happy to help.
Enquire About a Place
Tell us your preferred start date and required days, and our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
