Children aged between three and five can be left unaccompanied and may apply for government funding.

When the children arrive for school they go straight into the Pre-school room for free play or start the craft activity of the day. Everyone is then called together for group time, and split into several age groups for a more structured activity in line with the Early Years Curriculum. The children then have free play until mid-session where they are called back together for a drink, healthy snack and story. At the end of the session the children help to clear up the toys and come together once more for singing, dancing or games.

The older children who plan to go to Stockland Primary enjoy regular reciprocal visits with the Primary school during their final terms at Pre-school. This helps them prepare for school.

We do not expect all three year olds to be perfectly ‘toilet trained’ and we do have limited spare clothes for the occasional ‘accident’.

Under three’s must be accompanied by their parent or carer at all times. A carpeted area is provided with toys, games and books suitable for younger children. A large playpen with bouncy chairs and baby gyms are available for babies. Toddlers can use the other play equipment provided they are supervised by their parent or carer. A drink, healthy snack and story are provided mid-morning (coffee/tea for the adults). At the end of the session there is singing and other activities with the Pre-school children.

Operating at least once a week, we find this helps to prepare children for lunchtime at school.

We have Pre-school branded clothing available to purchase directly at cost price.