We have great news – Dodleston Pre-School can continue to run thanks to our new committee, made up of incredible volunteers who want to keep our second home open. Before Christmas, we had a number of existing committee members stepping
What is the difference between nursery and pre-school?
We often have parents ask us what exactly is the difference between a nursery and a pre-school. That’s why we wanted to create this guide so you can see what we offer compared to what a nursery might offer. That
The windy weather can’t stop us!
Unusually, we had to spend yesterday inside thanks to the super powerful winds. This is rare for us, as we don’t usually let bad weather stop us from playing outside, but there is occasionally an exception. However, the wind has
All-weather play and better storage
Unless the weather is very extreme or dangerous, we run all of our sessions outside. We believe in the power of nature and fresh air for children, and they love it too! We’ve run our pre-school like this for a
Our new construction zone
We’re always looking for ways to improve our facilities and toys/activities at Dodleston Pre-School. And we rely on donations and help from others to make these things a reality. This morning, our dreams came true! Fairy Grandma Karen has been
What should I pack in my child’s lunchbox for pre-school?
What to pack in a child’s pre-school lunchbox is a question we’re asked very frequently. Lunches for children should be healthy and full of variety, but you might get bored of packing the same sandwich every time (and they probably
Teaching the children about fire safety
We’re always trying to find new and fun items the children can play with. The thing is, we never quite know how they’ll end up playing with them. This morning, our Fairy Grandma, Karen, brought in some logs and we
We’re back – and with potatoes!
We’ve enjoyed the long summer break and our pre-school is back in business. We’re always sad to see some children leave pre-school and head off to big school, so we wish all those children the best of luck and all
What can your child learn at pre-school?
Nursery and pre-school are the start of a child’s education. Both these spaces offer so much learning and education, even if it’s in basic tasks like co-ordination or social interaction. This is why pre-school can be a great precursor to
Is my child ready to go to school?
The jump from pre-school (or no school) to primary school can feel like a big step. It is a significant milestone, especially for us as parents, and you want your children to feel ready and confident for the move. While