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Bishop Aldhelm's Ce School Nursery

Our aim: We are proud of the warm and caring environment that we provide for our youngest children. Our dedicated and highly professional team provide a wide range of learning opportunities in a safe and stimulating environment. We encourage the closest communication between home and school as this partnership is vital in order to ensure the best outcomes for your child. We believe that learning should be fun. Developing your child's confidence and their excitement about the world around them is core to the ethos of the Pre-School. We promote equality and value diversity, believing that each child is both unique and precious. We welcome you to find out more about what we offer and whilst this prospectus will provide you with some key information we would urge you to come and visit us, to see for yourselves what’s on offer and to have the opportunity to find out more. Intent At Bishop Aldhelm’s Pre-School, we ensure the best start for all our children's learning journeys by making every moment a happy, safe and special one. Our bespoke, individualised learning is underpinned by our school vision of being 'Loved by God, United in Learning', following our values of Love, Courage, Unity & Inspiration ensure all our children grow, learn and discover through amazing experiences that are built on awe and wonder. Learning is at the heart of all that we do and our qualified teacher led curriculum uses the children’s interests to develop rich opportunities. Outdoor learning is pivotal to our philosophy; we make full use of both our extensive outdoor environment, local heathland and SSSI, to deliver a truly unique pre-school experience. Our diverse and exciting curriculum ensures that we will unlock children's potential and open the door to a bright and prosperous future in an ever-changing world that will enable them to continue to be successful, lifelong learners.
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Venue/Contact Details
Address
Bishop Aldhelm's Ce Primary School
Bishop Aldhelm's Ce Primary School
Winston Avenue
Branksome
Poole
Dorset
Postcode
BH12 1PG
Directions
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Details
Childcare type
School Nurseries
Eligible to take 2, 3 & 4 year old entitlement
Yes
Facilities
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Computers
  • Disabled Car Parking
  • Outdoor Play Area / Garden
  • Private Changing Area
  • Refreshments / Snacks
  • Sensory Room / Area
  • Visits and Outings
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Times and Costs
Opening times:
Monday 08:30-15:30, Tuesday 08:30-15:30, Wednesday 08:30-15:30, Thursday 08:30-15:30, Friday 08:30-15:30
Availability
  • School Term Time Only
Costs:
Cost per day: £30.00, Cost per hour: £5.00, Cost per session: £15.00, Cost per week: £150.00
Other Costs:
Additional hours can be purchased at the following rates (payable in advance)… 11.30am - 12.30pm (£5.00) Outside of these hours parents will be able to access the schools wrap around care (Lookout Club). 7.45am - 9.00am - Breakfast Club (£3.50) 3.30pm - 5.15pm - After School (£7.50)
Ages, Booking Details and Referral Information
Ages:
From 3 years to 4 years
Referral route:
  • Self Referral
Vacancies and School Pick Ups / Drop Offs
Number of vacancies
0
School pick ups / drop offs
  • Bishop Aldhelm's CE Primary School
Quality
Ofsted URN
Last Inspection Judgement
Last Inspection Date
Religious and Additional Needs Provision
Additional needs supported:
  • Autistic Spectrum Disorder
  • Eating Or Drinking
  • Global Development Delay
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Learning Difficulty
  • Medical Condition, including Allergies
  • Multi-Sensory Impairment
  • Physical Disability
  • Specific Learning Difficulty
  • Speech, Language & Communication Needs
  • Toileting & Hygiene
Languages spoken
  • English
Religious / cultural provision:
Christian
Special dietary provision
vegetarian, diabetic, wheat free, gluten free, sugar free, lactose free, kosher, halal, dairy free
Policies
Are your staff DBS Approved?
Yes
Do you have a First Aid Policy?
Yes
Do you have Public Liability Insurance?
Yes
Recognised as:
  • 2 Year Old Early Education Provider
  • 3 and 4 Year Old Early Education Provider
  • 30 Hours Free Childcare Provider