Q. How long is each session?
A. Three hours, from 9-15 to 12-15

Q. Are there a maximum or minimum numbers of sessions my child should attend?
A. We like children to attend at least twice a week so that the child can settle easier, however this is only a suggestion we also recommend only two sessions to begin with for young children, this can be increased at a later date.

Q. What ages does my child have to be to attend?
A. The minimum age is two years and six months.

Q. Does my child need to be potty trained?
A. No but we would recommend sending your child in Pull Ups so that we can actively encourage them to do so.

Q. Can I provide snack for my child?
A. We provide a healthy snack and drink, however if your child has a specific diet or allergies please let us know and we will try and cater for your child’s needs.

Q. Can I stay with my child while they settle in?
A. We ask parents to attend three or four visits with their child to familiarise both parent and child with the pre-school and staff, but we are aware that some children need more help and parents are welcome to stay for as long as they feel necessary.

Q. Can I visit the pre-school?
A. Yes you can just pop in but if you would like to speak to our manager on your visit please contact us first and we will arrange for Mrs Miles to be available.

Q. Can I change session?
A. Session changes can be arranged with adequate notice providing spaces are available.

Q. My child has physical difficulties can he/she still attend?
A. Children with special needs, like all children, are admitted to the pre-school after consultation parent and the manager. We have three appointed SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator) who are responsible for any educational need a child may have. We offer an equal opportunities policy which means access for all.

Q. How will I how my child is doing?
A. We operate a keyworker system where your child has one or two special adults to relate to, all staff ate available to speak to at each session, and we would encourage parents to meet with us periodically to discuss your child’s development.

Q. My child has a comforter can he/she bring this with them?
A. We are happy for children to bring comforters into the pre-school although your child will be encouraged to leave it in a special place so that it does not get lost.

Q. What kind of activities do the children get involved in?
A. We make a concerted effort to offer a broad and balanced ‘foundation stage curriculum. Activities are undertaken in small groups or as a whole group. Practical activities are dovetailed with more formal activities.

Q. When do I have to book a place for my child?
A. We operate a waiting list on a first come first served basis depending on date of birth, we would advise placing your child’s name on our waiting list as soon as possible to avoid any disappointment. Please see our contact numbers

Q. Are the staff reliable and trained?
A. All our staff are all qualified to care for and educate your child, and are up dating there training all the time.