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Childcare for ages 5–16

Care, confidence and happy learning.

At Iqra, we want children to feel safe, settled and valued. Our childcare approach combines caring relationships, clear routines, enjoyable activities and opportunities for children to grow in confidence.

Ofsted-Registered Childcare Provider

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Happy children learn best.

Our philosophy and values

Happy children learn best

We believe children flourish when they feel safe, settled and valued. Our approach is built on these values.

Our environment

A caring and welcoming environment

Children thrive when they feel comfortable. We aim to create a positive, respectful atmosphere where every child is welcomed, can build friendships with others, and feels confident enough to try new things.

  • Warm, respectful relationships with the adults who care for them.

  • A space where children feel heard and comfortable being themselves.

  • Encouragement that helps confidence grow, one small step at a time.

Activities and experiences

Plenty to enjoy and explore

Our sessions draw on a varied mix of activities so children can play, create, think and unwind.

Activities vary from session to session, so not every activity will take place every day. Please ask us about what a typical session looks like.

  • Creative play

    Arts, crafts and imaginative play that let children express themselves.

  • Games and puzzles

    Problem-solving activities that build patience, focus and reasoning.

  • Stories and language

    Reading, storytelling and language activities that grow vocabulary and imagination.

  • Friendship and teamwork

    Group activities where children learn to share, take turns and work together.

  • Movement

    Age-appropriate movement and physical play to stay active and have fun.

  • Quiet time

    Calm activities and opportunities to relax, recharge and reflect.

How we care

Helping every child feel settled and grow

  • Learning through play

    Enjoyable, age-appropriate activities are one of the best ways for children to learn. Through play, children develop curiosity and independence, practise communicating their ideas, learn to get along with others and grow in confidence.

  • Routines and wellbeing

    Predictable routines help children know what to expect, so they can relax and enjoy their time with us. Positive relationships and appropriate supervision support every child to feel safe and settled.

  • Supporting individual needs

    Every child is different. We aim to understand each child’s individual needs and talk openly with parents and carers, so together we can decide whether our provision is the right fit for your child.

  • Working with parents and carers

    You know your child best. We listen to parents and carers, share relevant information about your child’s time with us, and work together to make their experience a positive one.

Fees and funding

Childcare fees and Universal Credit

As an Ofsted-Registered Childcare Provider, eligible families may be able to get help with registered childcare costs through Universal Credit. Whether you qualify, and how much you can claim back, depends on your circumstances and the current government rules.

What to do next

  1. 1

    Check the official GOV.UK guidance to see whether you may be eligible.

  2. 2

    Contact us to discuss our fees and payment arrangements.

  3. 3

    Report your childcare costs through your Universal Credit account, following the current rules.

Universal Credit childcare support is paid to eligible parents, not directly to Iqra. We cannot confirm eligibility on your behalf.

Childcare FAQs

Questions parents ask

Let’s talk about your child’s childcare needs.

Tell us a little about your child and we’ll be in touch.