Nursery Education Funded Places 

St. Marie's RC Primary offers Nursery Education sessions for 3 and 4 year olds.

Your child is entitled to receive 15 hours free Nursery Education the school term after their 3rd birthday.

The Nursery Education sessions are Term Time only and times are as follows:

Morning session -  8.45 -11.45 am

Afternoon session -  12 noon - 3.00pm

Some children may be entitled to receive 30 hours free Nursery Education dependent on eligibility. This is for parents that are both in employment. 30 hour placements are Monday to Friday 8.45am-2.45pm (please see the separate section detailed 30 hours). As school is open until 3.05 pm if you wish for your child to access additional hours to top up your Nursery session these are payable on request.

Fee Paying Places - Term Time Only 

St. Marie's RC Primary  offers fee paying places for children who are not eligible for a Government funded place. Please contact the School Business Manager for details of availability and the Fee Paying Charging Policy. Email - stmaries@bury.gov.uk or telephone 0161 764 3204.

For morning and full time children you will have a choice of whether you provide your child with a packed lunch or pay for a school dinner - pricing for 2025/2026 is £13.50 per week - please speak with the School Business Manager for further details.