Linden Leas Pre School

About this day nursery

Linden Leas Pre School, established in 1981, believes the early years are crucial for a child's development, laying the groundwork for their future. The preschool's core mission is to deliver exceptional care and education, prioritising the child's individual needs.

They strive to foster confident, joyful individuals who love learning and are supported in reaching their full potential. Located on the Hawes Down Primary School grounds, Linden Leas boasts a spacious outdoor area next to the school's playing field.

The mixed-age group approach mirrors a family setting, ensuring continuity for children as they don't need to change rooms or groups, encouraging peer learning and support. The preschool maintains an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating, achieved in October 2023.

Linden Leas welcomes all families and operates a waiting list system, considering factors such as urgent needs, birth date, siblings (both at the preschool and Hawes Down Primary), families moving into the area, and registration date for admissions. While parents can choose sessions based on their needs, the preschool recommends a minimum of two sessions on different days to help children build a sense of belonging.

They are an inclusive setting with significant experience in supporting children with diverse needs, working proactively with professionals and offering ongoing training to provide the best possible care.

Our ethos

Linden Leas Pre School believes the early years are crucial for development and aims to foster confident, joyful individuals who love learning. Their approach prioritises the child's individual needs and utilises a mixed-age group to create a family setting that encourages peer learning and support.

What it's like

Children flourish in this nurturing and inclusive pre-school, making independent choices and exploring ambitious activities with confidence. Staff use their exceptional knowledge and understanding of children's individual needs to help all children make rapid progress. The pre-school provides a varied and exciting curriculum that inspires children to learn and develop critical-thinking skills.

Pricing & funding

This nursery charges different hourly rates based on the child's age, offering full day, morning, and afternoon sessions for two-year-olds and three-to-four-year-olds. Optional breakfast and lunch clubs are available to extend sessions. Fees do not include food or snacks, which can be purchased separately or provided by parents.