Little Oaks Pre School in Folkestone

About this day nursery

Little Oaks Preschool in Folkestone offers a stimulating and nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 5 years, operating during term time. The nursery is situated within the grounds of Stella Maris Primary School and boasts recently refurbished, large, fully equipped base rooms that open directly onto a spacious, secure outdoor area with both soft and hard surfaces, ensuring year-round access for play and learning.

The children are divided into "Nursery / Adventurers" for ages 2-3 and "Pre-School / Investigators" for ages 3-5. The setting focuses on a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage, encouraging curiosity and personalised learning.

The long-standing and dedicated staff team is highly qualified and committed to continuous professional development, providing a home-from-home atmosphere. They offer comprehensive support for children's transition to primary school, including regular visits to new classrooms.

Daily "Write dance" sessions are incorporated to support pre-writing skills. Little Oaks aims to create an environment where children can thrive, explore, and develop without fear of failure, with staff always available to offer advice and support to families.

Our ethos

Little Oaks Preschool follows a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), encouraging curiosity and personalised learning. They aim to foster an environment where children can thrive, explore and develop without fear of failure, supported by dedicated staff and incorporating activities like "Write dance" for pre-writing skills.

What it's like

Children enjoy attending the pre-school, developing strong friendships and secure bonds with key persons. Staff warmly welcome children, creating an atmosphere of excitement and belonging, and children communicate enthusiastically and actively participate in activities. They share resources and play cooperatively, fostering teamwork and social development.

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured for both funded and non-funded sessions, with options for full days and part-time morning or afternoon slots. Additional early morning breakfast clubs and late afternoon twilight clubs are available. Funded sessions are subject to a daily consumable charge, and lunches can be purchased separately.