We are OUTSTANDING!
We were inspected by Ofsted on 2nd of March 2023 and are thrilled to be able to announce that we have been given the highest grade of Outstanding.
“Children happily leave their parents and rush in to this Pre-school”
“Children concentrate deeply while they make predictions about their daily investigations”
“Staff have a highly individual approach to settling children, working extremely closely with parents from the very beginning”
“Children’s experiences fully and consistently build knowledge and skills for the next stage in their education”
“Staff encourage children to be independent at every opportunity”
“Children’s behaviour and attitudes are impeccable, and they are exceptionally kind”
To read our report in full please go to:
Easy Fundraising
We have signed up to Easyfundraising, a free fundraising platform that allows us to earn money when we all shop online. With over 7000 retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, M&S, Boots and Booking.com just to mention a few, there really is something for everyone! Please follow the link to register and share with any family and friends if they would also like to help. Once registered all you have to remember is to make sure that you shop via the Easyfundraising website or App and not via the retailer directly.
Here is the link: http://efraising.org/z4E29ZpZcJ
Come and Play sessions
Covid-19 had a huge impact on all our lives over the past 4 years. National Lockdowns and Tiered restrictions meant that many young children starting preschool were doing so, having never been away from parents, or even experienced being in the company of other children. Parents have missed out on opportunities to make new friends and build support networks. At Frittenden Preschool we are aware of the impact this has had on our families and have implemented Come and Play sessions for parents and children.
A chance for parents and children to come into preschool on designated dates in their Keyperson groups, where they can play, chat and get to know each other. We will be running these sessions again very soon. Keep a look out for dates on the parents WhatsApp.
Illness
Please find some information below regarding illness and how long children should be kept at home.
Shoud I keep my child off school checklist poster (publishing.service.gov.uk)
Scarlet fever: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
UKHSA update on scarlet fever and invasive Group A strep – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk
Learning at home
We still follow and adhere to Covid 19 guidance set out by the Department for Education but as restrictions have lifted, we have welcomed parents back into preschool for consultation evenings, new starter visits and committee meetings.
If you have a positive Covid result, and choose to self- isolate at home, do keep in touch with us using your child’s personal WhatsApp so we can support as best we can. Or if your child is off preschool recovering from any illness please find below, some links to give you a few ideas of fun activities to try out and further support your child’s learning at home.
https://www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-kids/games-and-activities/activities/
https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/kids-activities
https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/home-early-years/home-early-years-home-learning