Mawnan Pre-School

About this day nursery

Mawnan Pre-School, located in Falmouth, Cornwall, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from two years old until they begin school. As a registered charity for over 35 years, the pre-school is committed to providing a strong foundation for local children in a purpose-built facility.

The setting boasts an open-plan play area equipped with various toys, books, and craft materials, complemented by a partially covered outdoor playground for year-round activities. The staff and voluntary committee are dedicated to fostering a safe and engaging atmosphere, promoting learning through play both indoors and outdoors.

The curriculum is balanced, offering a wide array of activities, including regular visits from Sports 4 Tots, yoga, and cookery sessions. Emphasising a healthy lifestyle, Mawnan Pre-School also implements a healthy eating programme.

The pre-school frequently takes advantage of its natural surroundings, organising trips to local beaches, Carwinion woods, and Trebah Gardens, encouraging children to explore and learn in diverse settings.

What it's like

Children arrive confidently and happily, enjoying their time at the setting and developing skills and knowledge to prepare them well for the next stage of learning. Staff have high expectations and an ambitious curriculum, leading to children being curious, engaged, and making good progress. Children develop good social skills and behave well, learning to share and take turns.

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges per session for morning, afternoon, and wrap-around clubs. Breakfast and lunch clubs are available as add-on options that must be booked in advance. A daily snack fee applies, which is billed on a half-termly basis.