ABOUT US
WELCOME
Little Gems Pre-School is a warm and welcoming learning environment for children aged 2-5 years old. We believe in providing a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere that encourages children to develop their full potential to allow for an easy transition into a full time educational setting. Our Pre-School is located in Westmorland Park Pavilion, Westmorland Park, Warfield, and we are excited to be opening our doors in September 2023. We offer both 15 and 30 hours funding for 2-5 year olds, making our Pre-School accessible to all families in the area.
Our adults to children ratios are in line with OFSTED guidelines which ensure that staff can provide close attention to every child. Your child will be allocated a ‘Key Person’ who will work closely with them, building a special relationship, giving guidance and support which suits their own individual needs, monitoring and documenting their progress and achievements. Each ‘Key Person’ is responsible for a small group of children
All of our staff are committed to the safeguarding of children. Little Gems Preschool places great importance on the appropriate training and experience of its staff.
Our location at Westmorland park, is easily accessible with ample off road parking available. The preschool itself has a large hall setting with a enclosed safe Garden with Astroturf so the Children can play and get the fresh air that they need.
We offer numerous activities, Toys, Games both indoors and Out, which include Imaginary play, Dress up, story corner and arts and crafts.
Please do get in touch with us if you have any questions, would like to book a visit or apply for a place for your child.
OUR ETHOS
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to provide high quality care in a safe, stimulating and enjoyable environment for any Pre-school child between the ages of 2 and 5 years
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To help the children in our care develop communication, socialisation and problem solving skills and learn how to use their imagination and deal with their emotions
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To meet the needs of all children in our care including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in accordance with their state of development. This may involve working with other agencies where required to gain extra support for your child
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To Recognise and understand that every child is different and celebrate and respect these.
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To follow The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum defined by the government, which is designed to enhance the development and education of pre-school age children
LEARNING
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We at Little Gems follow the Early years foundation stage framework (EYFS)
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The framework sets the standards that we must meet to ensure children learn and develop well, in a fit and safe environment whilst building the knowledge and skills they will require when starting primary school
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EYFS covers the following areas: Personal, Social & Emotional Development; Communication & Language, Literacy, Understanding of the World; Mathematics, Physical Development and Expressive Arts and Design
OUR TEAM
Our experienced and dedicated team is committed to providing the best possible learning experience for your child. We believe in creating a safe and supportive environment that encourages children to explore and learn.
As well as gaining qualifications in early years care and education, the setting staff take part in further training to help them to keep up-to-date with thinking about early years care and education.
GEMMA TAYLOR
Pre-School owner
ELISA
Pre-School Manager
JENNA
Pre-School Deputy Manager and SENCO