When planning activities, we use the child-centered approach focusing on their interests and developmental needs.
We achieve this by also following the Early years foundation stage statutory framework as well as the Development Matters statutory framework.
Our main focus is the prime Areas, which are:
Specific Areas:
All our activities and planning are available both indoors and outdoors. Therefore, our indoor and outdoor environment is carefully planned to ensure that we deliver the EYFS and development matters in a meaningful way for the children.
We also take into consideration holidays, festivals and culture when planning for example Christmas, easter, Diwali, Eid, Holi and so on.
We also aim to ensure families and carers are involved in every step of their child’s learning journey by providing regular parent consultation evenings every term, which we show parents their child’s trackers of development and gives the parents a chance to talk to the staff and see what their children have been up to, we also use tapestry and regularly uploads photos and comments about activities their children have done.
Sally is the preschool manager with extensive years of experience in the field. She holds a Level 5 qualification in Early Years, Level 3 in SENCO and Level 3 advanced Designated and Safeguarding Lead.
Natalie is the preschool Deputy manager Designated Safeguarding Lead with great experience in childcare. She holds a Level 5 qualification in Early years.
Nimet is an early years practitioner. She is a great team player and a key worker in the preschool.
Rosemary is an Early years practitioner and key worker at the preschool
Welcome to Holden Park Pre-School and out-of-school club, where we offer a fun and warm environment to children between the ages of 2 and 11. Our provision caters to a wide range of exciting activities that support children’s learning, play, and growth.