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Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool # Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2024) · Parkwood Green, Gillingham, ME8 9PN · Medway Number of places 43 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Medway About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool, a well-established childcare setting in Parkwood since May 1969, provides an inclusive and nurturing environment for children aged 18 months to 5 years. The preschool operates during term time, offering dedicated sessions across three rooms: Little Robins, Big Robins, and Squirrels. They emphasise a play-based approach, incorporating various activities such as expressive arts, physical development, personal, social, and emotional development, communication and language through sand and water play, literacy and maths, and understanding the world through imaginative play in the home corner. The preschool operates a key-person system, ensuring each child has a dedicated staff member to oversee their well-being and development. Parents are encouraged to be actively involved, with an "Open Door" policy for viewing learning journals and opportunities to volunteer. The preschool focuses on foundational learning skills, socialisation, and emotional development, preparing children for school by fostering problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and basic academic concepts. They also highlight the importance of parent and caregiver involvement in a child's education, offering various opportunities for participation and communication. Our ethos We recognise that parents/carers are the first and most important educators of their children, so we encourage you to come in and help during a session as a volunteer. We believe your child will benefit from your involvement to make our Pre-school a welcoming and stimulating place. What it's like Children thrive and make exceptional progress in the truly inspirational environment created by highly professional and knowledgeable staff. They know the children exceptionally well and have detailed knowledge of what children need to achieve next. Staff seamlessly thread children's learning and next steps through everything they do. Well-established since 1969 Key-person system Play-based learning Parental involvement encouraged Inclusive and nurturing ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://pcfpreschool.co.uk/admissions/) ## Key facts Opening hours 18 month old: 09:00 – 12:00 Mon – Fri; 2-3 year old: 09:00 – 14:45 Mon – Wed | 09:00 – 12:00 Thu – Fri; 3-4 year old: 09:00 – 14:45 Mon – Wed | 09:00 – 13:15 Thu – Fri Food Snack time with healthy and nutritious food provided. Age range 18 months to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10368232 Lead inspector Janine Scott Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263036)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/103830) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](http://www.pcfpreschool.co.uk/) Parkwood Green, Gillingham, ME8 9PN Opening hours 18 month old: 09:00 – 12:00 Mon – Fri; 2-3 year old: 09:00 – 14:45 Mon – Wed | 09:00 – 12:00 Thu – Fri; 3-4 year old: 09:00 – 14:45 Mon – Wed | 09:00 – 13:15 Thu – Fri [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.59493/51.34822/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Gillingham - [Day nurseries in Gillingham](/search?q=Gillingham) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=parkwood-christian-fellowship-preschool-me8-9pn-103830) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool Last inspected 4 November 2024 · Janine Scott Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children thrive and make exceptional progress in the truly inspirational environment created by highly professional and knowledgeable staff. They know the children exceptionally well and have detailed knowledge of what children need to achieve next. Staff seamlessly thread children's learning and next steps through everything they do. Inspector highlights - Children thrive and make exceptional progress in an inspirational environment. - Staff have detailed knowledge of children's next steps and seamlessly thread learning through all activities. - The learning environment and daily routines are carefully planned with meaningful and inspiring activities. - Children's behaviour is excellent, and they learn to manage emotions and treat each other with kindness. - Staff skilfully support children's learning and value their achievements, building self-esteem. Inspection #10368232 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263036) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, excel in their development. Staff demonstrate a deep understanding of children's learning needs and consistently deliver high-quality interactions to build on children's speech and language skills effectively, for example, through regular small intervention groups. Outdoor space Staff work tirelessly to widen the knowledge and experiences children have to help them learn about the local community. They take them out on a regular basis to the park, shops and library. Inspection history Date: December 2007 - November 2024 Outstanding - November 2024 Outstanding - April 2019 Good - March 2019 Good - March 2018 Requires improvement - November 2015 Good - October 2015 Good - April 2011 Outstanding - March 2011 Outstanding - December 2007 Good ## Frequently asked about Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool ### What is Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees at Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool? ### Does Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool? ### What age range does Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool cater for? ### When was Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool established? ### What kind of outdoor activities does Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool offer? ### How can parents get involved at Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool? ### How can I contact Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool? ## About the setting Parkwood Christian Fellowship Preschool registered in 1992. It operates from a church building in Gillingham, Kent. The pre-school opens from 9am to 2.45pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and from 9am to 1.15pm on Thursday and Friday, during term-time only. There are 13 members of childcare staff, with 10 holding a level 3 early years qualification and the manager holding a level 6 qualification. 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