The pre-school, closely linked to our main school, offers a rich and varied educational experience that nurtures each child’s development. Children participate in weekly activities such as muddy day sessions in our dedicated muddy area, cooking, yoga and music, all designed to spark curiosity and support holistic growth. Each child is supported by a dedicated key person who carefully monitors their progress and plans engaging, tailored activities to enhance learning across all areas.
Built For Discovery
The dedicated outdoor learning spaces, including our muddy play area, adventure playground and eco garden, are a real strength of our provision and allow children to drive their own learning and develop their self confidence in an environment that promotes challenge and discovery.
The pre-school boasts a spacious and stimulating environment, including a large covered outdoor area and endless opportunities for exploration within the school's 14 acres. Children enjoy interacting with resident animals such as ducks, goats and sheep, fostering a sense of wonder and connection with nature. They also benefit from access to a range of school facilities, including twice-weekly sessions in the sports hall with specialist PE teachers, to promote physical development and teamwork. Lunchtime takes place in the school’s dining hall, where children eat in their key groups and build social skills in a relaxed, communal setting.
From the spring term, the older pre-school children begin phonics sessions with the Reception teachers, helping to build early literacy skills and ensure a smooth, confident transition into the main school.
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Opening Hours
The Pre-School offers provision from 7.30 am to 5.30 pm (after-school club may run until 6.00pm depending on demand), Monday to Friday, over three terms Autumn, Spring and Summer. We are closed half terms, Christmas, Easter, Summer holidays and all Bank holidays. The Pre-School offers an all year round provision for children moving through from Rocking Horse Nursery only, excluding all public holidays, and a Christmas closure.
Session Times
Children may enter the Pre-School from the age of 2.5 years.
- Breakfast club – 7.30 am to 8.30 am
- Morning session – 8.30 am to 12.30pm
- Afternoon session – 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm
- After-school club – 3.30 pm to 5.00 pm. After-school club may run until 6.00 pm depending on demand. Please check availability with pre-school staff
Early Years Entitlement Funding
Children will be entitled to 15 hours’ Early Years Entitlement Funding from the term after their third birthday up to and including the term in which they turn 5. This entitlement will be deducted from fees. The funded sessions are offered in the morning, a maximum of 3 hours per days. We offer a limited number of funded only places each academic year.
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