Crawley Green & Wenlock Pre-School

About this day nursery

Crawley Green & Wenlock Pre-School operates with a strong focus on a highly ambitious curriculum, particularly emphasising communication and language development. They utilise diverse tools, including communication boards, photos, and spoken words, to ensure all children grasp expectations and participate fully.

The pre-school prides itself on its 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating, achieved on September 18th, 2024. Catering to children aged 2 to 5 years, the facility is open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

They also provide a Breakfast and Afterschool Club for children attending Pre-School, Crawley Green Infant School, and Wenlock Junior School, which operates from 7:45 am to 5:00 pm. The curriculum integrates principles from 'Birth to Five Matters' and 'Development Matters,' sequentially planned to foster progression, with differentiation by key workers to accommodate individual developmental paces.

The approach to learning is influenced by educational experts Alistair Bryce-Clegg and Julian Grenier. For children with special needs, they collaborate with the local authority to provide a holistic and SEN profile designed for the EYFS framework.

The pre-school offers a variety of engaging activities such as indoor and outdoor play, ICT access, creative arts, and cooking, with a clear intent, implementation, and impact strategy for each activity.

Our ethos

This pre-school implements an ambitious curriculum with a strong emphasis on communication and language development, utilising diverse tools to ensure children grasp expectations and participate fully. Their approach integrates principles from 'Birth to Five Matters' and 'Development Matters,' with planning influenced by experts Alistair Bryce-Clegg and Julian Grenier, and adapted for individual needs within the EYFS framework.

What it's like

The knowledgeable staff team creates a high-quality environment where all children thrive. The inclusive and nurturing environment supports all children to settle and build trusting relationships with staff, starting from initial home visits. The leadership team creates a highly ambitious curriculum for all children with a clear emphasis on communication and language, ensuring all children make outstanding progress.

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on hourly rates for additional hours and club sessions, with pricing structures varying by how far in advance bookings are made. Fees are billed monthly in advance, and different rates apply to pre-booked permanent places compared to short-notice ad hoc bookings.