Leven Pre-School

About this early years setting

Leven Pre-School, registered with Ofsted in 1992, is a childcare setting for children aged 2 to 4 years. 00am to 5pm during term time, and additionally on Tuesdays and Thursdays during school holidays.

Children are warmly greeted and confidently explore the environment, forming secure attachments with staff, which contributes to their sense of belonging and security. The pre-school focuses on motivating, inspiring, and challenging children through a broad curriculum tailored to individual needs and interests.

Staff are good role models, setting clear expectations for behaviour and supporting children in developing social skills such as sharing and turn-taking. Leven Pre-School places a high regard on partnership with parents, who appreciate the care and kindness provided, and the "home-from-home" atmosphere.

There is a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with staff passionately utilising the forest area daily to teach children about nature, where they can engage in activities like digging for worms and planting vegetables. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive very good support, with the management team working closely with external agencies and parents.

Staff are dedicated to ongoing training to enhance their knowledge of SEND and provide tailored support. Children are encouraged to be independent, taking pride in age-appropriate tasks like self-registration and preparing their own snacks, which helps them transition to school.

The management team are reflective and dedicated, with a clear vision for continuous improvement, valuing feedback from parents, children, and staff.

What it's like

Children are warmly greeted and confidently explore the environment, developing secure attachments with staff. The pre-school focuses on motivating, inspiring, and challenging children through a broad curriculum tailored to their individual needs and interests. Staff are good role models, setting high expectations for behaviour and supporting children in sharing, taking turns, and cooperating.