About us
Our staff model a can do attitude, they are passionate about their roles, so you will see children being comforted with cuddles and kisses, hear silly rhymes and sometimes see adults in dressing up clothes!
We like getting dirty and still enjoy playing, we don’t mind the noise and the mess because that all part of their learning journey!
Oughtrington Pre-School is a registered charity, which is managed by a parent committee.
Aims
Pre-School aims to:
- Provide high quality care and education, in a homely and nurturing environment for children aged 2-4years old.
- Work in partnership with families and relevant professionals to help children to reach their full potential.
- Contribute and build on a sense of local community.
- Promote equality, value diversity and support children’s individual needs
- Provide a stimulating and varied curriculum, where the children can develop a positive disposition to learning, which will support their future educational journey
Location
Oughtrington Pre-School is located in the Community Centre. At the end of Sandy Lane, we have our own entrance at the rear of the building, where parking is available.
Facilities and Activities
Pre-School is a child-orientated environment, the learning opportunities focus on children’s interests, play preferences, experiences and developmental outcomes.
The indoor area provides wide range of activities, focusing on Play and school readiness programmes that actively encourage the children’s growing independence and confidence in preparation for school.
The outdoor area is secure and safe, allowing year round opportunities for outdoor activities.
The main hall is used for weekly P.E sessions, annual events such as sports day and drama productions. We invite visitors and arrange local trips out in the community to support our planned learning topics. In addition, we also have the use of the large, secure field and use of the community orchard.
Preschool also can accompany children who wish to attend Enid Rigley school of dance ballet lessons on a Friday afternoon.
Pre-School Sessions
We offer flexible provision, from full day provision, sessional/ part time places and/ or purchase ad hoc sessions subject to availability.
We also work with local child minders and setting to offer all round wrap around care. We are currently exploring how we can extend our opening hours for 2025.
Breakfast Club – open from 7-45am, included is a continental style breakfast, games and crafts. This service is available to children aged 2 -8 years including those attending Oughtrington Primary school.
The session times are:-
- Mornings 8-30 a.m. to 12 noon.
- Afternoons 12 p.m. to 3.30 p.m
- Full Day 8-30 am – 3-30pm