Overview
The Hermitage Pre School opened its doors in 1967, firstly as a playgroup and then later as a pre school, and has been providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children for over 40 years. We are committed to the philosophy of children learning through play in an environment where they feel secure and cared for as individuals.
We are registered and inspected by OfSTED, our last inspection was July 2024 in which we received a glowing report and Good rating.
As a village pre school we have strong links with the local community and the local schools, allowing the transition to 'big school' when the time comes, to be as easy and relaxed as possible, alongside the friends the children have already made at pre school.
Times and availability
Age Range: 2 to 4 years
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Time | Closing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:am | 4pm |
| Tuesday | 8am | 4pm |
| Wednesday | 8am | 4pm |
| Thursday | 8am | 4pm |
| Friday | 8am | 4pm |
Breakfast Club 8-9am
Morning Session 9-12pm
Lunch club 12-1pm
Afternoon session 1-4pm
Term-time only
Contact
If you are visiting by bus, there are several stops around the village. the closest one is on the high street. get off the bus and turn left, keep walking up the small hill and we are on the left hand side opposite the one stop shop.
Address
Childcare
Funded places
- Tax-free childcare
- 30 hours for working parents - 9m to 4 years
- 15 hours for 3 and 4 year olds universal
- Early Learning for 2 year olds
Places
- Number of places: 26
Schools
Costs
| Description | Cost type | Unit price | Cost unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Childcare cost | Per Hour | £7 | Daily |
Accepts 2 years and 3 years funding and Childcare Vouchers
Inclusion
Supporting
- Global development delay
- Learning difficulties
- Social, emotional and mental health needs
- Autism
- Sensory Impairment
- Speech, language and difficulties
- Visual impairment
- Deaf / hearing impairment
- Communication and interaction needs
- Physical disability
Dietary needs
Work with parents/carers to establish any dietary requirements or intolerances/allergies
Special needs (children)
Hermitage preschool aims to make provisions for children with a wide range of special needs. We aim to be inclusive as possible. As a setting we treat all children as individuals and know parents want the best for their children and want to be involved in their children's learning. We know all families and children are unique. Acknowledging and respecting this is crucial to building genuine relationships which are built on trust and openness. We have a Senco co-ordinator on the premises who works closely with parents and outside agencies when required.
Wheelchair access
Local Offer
Ofsted
The Hermitage Pre-School Committee
- URN: 253414
- Registration date: 22-02-1967
Child Services Register
| Register | Start date | End date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Years Register | 01-09-2008 | Registered | |
| Compulsory Childcare Register | 03-04-2008 | 25-04-2008 | Registered |
| Voluntary Childcare Register | 03-04-2008 | 25-04-2008 | Registered |