Whitchurch Under Fives

About this day nursery

Whitchurch Under Fives Preschool, established in 1984, is a non-profit, committee-run charitable organisation dedicated to providing early years education for families in the BS14 postcode area. Situated adjacent to Wansdyke Primary School, the preschool operates during term-time and is OFSTED registered, accommodating a maximum of 19 children per session to ensure enhanced staff-to-child ratios.

The preschool values individualised attention and a child-centred approach to learning. The committed team of practitioners includes qualified Early Years Teachers, a SENCo, and a Designated Safeguarding Lead, all holding relevant qualifications and continuously pursuing professional development.

Each child is assigned a key person who supports their learning journey, documented in a learning diary shared with families to encourage parental contribution. The preschool's vision centres on celebrating every child's individuality, fostering confidence, self-esteem, and positive learning attitudes in a friendly, safe, and happy environment, preparing them for school and promoting effective communication.

Our ethos

The nursery is dedicated to providing early years education with an individualised, child-centred approach to learning. They celebrate each child's individuality, fostering confidence, self-esteem, preparation for school, and positive learning attitudes in a friendly, safe, and happy environment.

What it's like

Children enter this welcoming pre-school confidently and are eager to explore the activities on offer. Those who are less sure receive sensitive support from staff to engage in their play alongside their new friends. Children show they have formed strong bonds with the staff and readily invite them into their play.

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged per session for non-funded morning and afternoon sessions, with additional charges for lunchtime and extra half-hour extensions. A snack fee is billed termly. Rates are reviewed on an annual basis.