Welcome!
The pre-school nursery was set up in Littleover in 1987 as a registered charity and, over the years, has provided childcare and education to hundreds of local families. We are an inclusive group and welcome all children and their families.
We recognise that each child comes to us with their own unique life experiences, interests and challenges. We work hard to get to know each child and their family so that we can best support each individual child to reach their full potential. In many cases, we are one of the child’s first experiences of independence away from their family and we endeavor to foster in them kindness, sharing, listening, and concentration as well developing their academic skills, all of which will stand them in good stead as they progress through life.
We are registered and inspected by Ofsted, which means that we can accept funding for all eligible children.
We offer a combination of fun, stimulating and educational activities in a happy, caring environment for children from 2 1/2 years of age. We have spacious indoor accommodation and extensive grounds where the children can enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities.
Key worker groups
Upon joining pre-school your child will be allocated a specific member of staff as their key worker who will be responsible for your child and the main point of contact for you. The aim of the key worker system is to provide consistency and to facilitate a strong partnership between parents and pre-school ensuring the best care for each individual child. The key workers will carry out regular observations of the children in their group and make sure that they are happy and progressing well in pre-school. Specific “parent interview” sessions are arranged every term when you can discuss your child’s progress with their key worker and contribute to your child’s ongoing Learning Journey. You may talk to your key worker at any time if you have any particular questions or concerns.
Parents in pre-school
Parents obviously play a vital role in both the care and education of their child and so we like to involve parents as much as possible in pre-School life. We hold regular social events, parents accompany us on outings and anyone who is interested is welcome to join our parents’ committee. New parents are encouraged to stay with their child until he/she has settled down. If parents have specific skills such as playing a musical instrument etc. we would be really happy for them to come into pre-school and share this with the children.
Parents information booklet
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Our opening hours
Morning session only: 9.00am – 12.00pm
Afternoon session only: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Lunch club (include in the afternoon session): 12.00pm – 12.30pm
All day i.e. 6 hours: 9.00am – 3.00pm.
Currently the pre-school closes at 3pm every day.
Prices & Free Funded Places
All Three and four-year-olds are entitled to 5 funded sessions per week (15 hours) and some may be eligible for the extended offer of 30 hours funded care per week. This starts in the term following their third birthday. Two-year-old funded places are also available. We parents for a voluntary contribution of 50p per session which covers things not covered by the government funding; food, sun cream, extra activities etc. Parents have the option of accessing the service free, but will be required to bring in snacks etc for their child. Further information will be available at registration.
Best Start in Life– guidance for all childcare funding options.
Parents may also pay for extra sessions for their children. Current prices are:
- £16 per 3 hour session
- £4 for packed lunch club (if added to a morning session)
- £5 late collection per 15 minutes i.e. £5 if 6 minutes late, £10 if 16 minutes late.
- £5 late payment of fees
- We offer funded places free at the point of entry. Funded places do not cover all food, snacks and some consumables, so parents have the option of paying 50p per session and everything will then be covered, or opting to bring in things not covered. More detailed information about this is available from the manager.
Are you aware of the Government’s Tax Free Childcare Support? This may help reduce your fees. For further information please check https://www.gov.uk/tax-free-childcare
Data Protection
In line with the new GDPR requirements, the following documents are available for your reference: