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Great Finborough & Buxhall Under 5's

Preschool

We are a small, friendly village pre-school providing high quality care and education. All our staff are fully qualified with a wealth of practical experience. We operate a Key worker scheme so that all children are treated as individuals and their specific needs met. We offer the children a safe and stimulating environment and benefit from having sole use of our bright and inviting main pre-school room. Adjoining this is a small, purpose built outside area ideal for sand and water play and for exploring the natural environment, i.e. planting seeds. We also have access to a large hall for more physical play and an upstairs room for quieter activities requiring more concentration. Due to our high staffing levels we are able to run activities for different age groups and have a wide selection of toys and equipment to support all ages. As a village location there are some safe wonderful area's to visit, including a play park and woodpecker woods which is also used by the local primary school. We also offer plenty of craft activities.

Our parents also hold a Mother and Toddler/baby session on a Friday morning 9:30 - 11:15, everyone welcome. This is run completely voluntary by parents and gives parents a chance to meet, socialise both parents and children, song time, craft time and snack is provided. First session is free, £2 thereafter. (No mother and toddler till further notice due to current pandemic) 

3 & 4 year old funding

Who to contact

Name
Delia Prior
Position
Pre-school leader
Address
Pettiward Hall
Valley Lane
Great Finborough
Stowmarket
Ipswich
Postcode
IP14 3AE
Telephone
07513 140072
Email
delia.prior5@gmail.com
Website
https://www.gfbunderfive.co.uk
Social Media
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Charity Commissioning Number
1079987

Venue Details

Venue
Pettiward Hall
Address
Great Finborough
Stowmarket
Suffolk
Postcode
IP14 3AE
View IP14 3AE on a map
Parking available
Yes
Parking details
Large village car park very close to Pre-school
Notes

Local bus services, although these are not very frequent.

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes

Vacancies

Last updated
06/09/2023
Immediate vacancies
Yes
Other information
Gt Finborough & Buxhall Under 5's have spaces coming available as from September 2022, please get in touch for further details

Days & times

Monday to Friday: 8:30 - 3:00

Inclusive Provisions

Wheelchair access
Yes - This setting has level access to their premises.
Cultural provisions
Yes
Individual dietary needs
Yes - We cater for dietary requirements in respect of allergies.
Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
Yes - We aim for inclusion wherever possible.We have staff responsible for SEN and provide relevant training according to need.
Specific additional needs this setting has experience of
Autistic spectrum
Dyspraxia
Eczema
Epilepsy
Hearing Difficulties
Hypermobility
Learning difficulties
Physical impairment
Speech and language difficulties

Costs

Table of costs
Table of costs
AmountCost Type
£3.50
£9.00
£22.50
£3.50
Details
£22.50 is for a full session NOT including breakfast club, session can also be morning or afternoon only.

Other Details

Facilities
Accessible parking, Arts and crafts, Climbing frame, Close to parks, Computer, Enclosed outdoor play area, Equipment for all ages, Out-door play, Pets, Playroom, Sensory play equipment, Slide
Cater for over 8s
No
Age Range
From 2 Year(s)
To 5 Year(s)
Offers Tax Free Childcare
Yes

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
251497
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
19/10/2007IntegratedGood
17/05/2011Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
18/06/2015Inspection (Early Years Register)Inadequate
03/12/2015Re-inspection (Early Years Register)Good
18/07/2019Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Support for people with disabilities

Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities

Our staff are happy to work very closely with parents, to enable inclusive play for all children, and we will support and help in any way we can. parents can feel comfortable to talk to us and discuss their childs needs.

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