Horndean Community Association

The Heart of Horndean's Community

Welcome the Minnows Pre-school

We aim to enhance the development and education of your children. A rich and varied curriculum provides your child with an understanding of the society in which they take part. A society that is ever changing in many areas.

We provide a safe secure and stimulating environment where your child will have the opportunity to learn through play, socialise, try out new experiences, build relationships and build upon their achievements.

A qualified team of staff is lead (also child protection officer) by our Pre-school leader and deputy (also the school SENCO)

The school meets each morning Monday to Friday during term times 9am - 11.30am.

Parents, carers and relatives are more than welcome to support the pre-school through such activities as: Fundraising; parent rotas; and sharing ideas and expertise.

A mid morning snack is provided. Activities within the pre-school are designed to encourage 'learning through play' familiarising children with the basic principles of learning.

A wealth of resources are available for the children to use: from dressing up clothes or musical instruments; from cookery to large apparatus.

The curriculum offered is planned in accordance with the DFES guidance for the foundation stage. Covering the key areas:

  • Personal, social & emotional development
  • Mathematics
  • Communication, language & literacy
  • Knowledge & understanding of the world
  • Physical & creative development

The setting is inspected and registered with OFSTED.

For more details of enrolment & waiting list placements call the leader on 023 9259 7114 to arrange a visit.

In January 2008 the Pre-school will be opening for all day sessions from 9am – 3pm
If you are a parent or carer of a small child aged 2yrs 9mths - 5 years, please complete our questionnaire (pdf: opens in new window)

Tiddlers - Parent & Toddler Group

1pm - 3pm Wednesday term times.

Entry fee includes refreshments for children / parents & carers.

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