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Benhall Pre-school

Preschool

Benhall Pre School opened in 1981 and operates from an open plan modular build next to the primary school. There is a secure enclosed outside play are which is fully accessible. The Pre School is registered to care for a maximum of 30 children at any one time and supports children with additional needs.

Each child in the setting has a key person who will take an extra special interest in your child; learning their likes and dislikes, their family, friends and any special events etc. They will take a big role in helping to settle your child and also continue to reassure and support your child with their development

We are a Charity, Committee run Pre School and parents are encouraged to come along to meetings and become involved in your Childs setting. As a registered charity we are constantly fundraising to improve facilities and update our resources, details of fundraising events can be found on our calendar.

 

Who to contact

Name
Zoe Plant
Position
Manager
Telephone
01728605940
07368636715
Email
benhallpreschool123@btinternet.com
Website
http://www.benhallpreschool.co.uk
Social Media
 Find us on Facebook
Contact Notes

You can also contact us via our Facebook page. 

Charity Commissioning Number
1163775

Venue Details

Venue
Benhall Pre School,
Postcode
IP17
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Venue Email
benhallpreschool123@btinternet.com
Venue Website
http://www.benhallpreschool.co.uk
Parking available
Yes
Parking details
there is a large carpark to the rear of the school , please follow Benhall Exservicemen club signs as the car park belongs to them.
Transport
bus service from saxmundham to benhall
Notes

We are a modular building located down school lane which can be found behind Benhall St Marys primary School  next to The Ex serviceman's club.  When visiting the preschool we advise people to use a SAT Nav to the local primary school first to avoid being sent down a very narrow part of school lane. A large carpark is situated at the Ex serviceman's club which the Preschool can use. 

Additional contact

Name
Miss Rebecca Asher
Position
Deputy Manager
Telephone
01728605940
Email
benhallpreschool123@btinternet.com

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes
30 Hours Partner Summary
We will be working closely with local registered childminders to supoort them and ensure the best possible fit for the 30 hours. we are open 8am until 4pm and funding can be used accross these hours.

Vacancies

Last updated
31/01/2024
Immediate vacancies
No

Days & times

Monday to Friday: 8am - 4pm

Inclusive Provisions

Wheelchair access
Yes - our outside area is on level ground with the main building.
Cultural provisions
Yes - We meet the needs for all cultures attending our preschool by learning about them on their induction days and through registration forms.
Individual dietary needs
Yes - All dietry needs are met by strong links with parents prior to child starting and ongoing reviews take place regualarly.
Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
Yes
Specific additional needs this setting has experience of
Aspergers Syndrome
Asthma
Autistic spectrum
Challenging Behaviour
Communication difficulties
Downs syndrome
Eczema
Emotional needs
Hearing Difficulties
Hypermobility
Learning difficulties
Physical impairment
Serious allergy
Severe dietary needs
Social development impairment
Speech and language difficulties
Visual impairment

Costs

Table of costs
Table of costs
AmountCost Type
£6
Details
Uniform Polo shirt £8 Jumper £10

Other Details

Facilities
Accessible parking, Adventure play area, Arts and crafts, Climbing frame, Close to parks, Computer, Enclosed outdoor play area, Garden, Healthy eating, Kitchen, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Private changing area, Quiet area, Sensory play equipment, Soft play area, Take children on outings, Village walks
School pickups
St Mary's CEVCP School (Saxmundham)
Further information about pick-ups
We hold a breakfast club and afterschool club for children attending Benhall St Marys primary school . this runs 8 until 9 with a breakfast of toast, fruit or cereal and 3pm until 4pm.
Cater for over 8s
Yes
Age Range
From 2 Year(s)
To 8 Year(s)
Offers Tax Free Childcare
Yes

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
EY549543
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
13/02/2020Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Support for people with disabilities

Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities

Staff at Benhall Preschool are Makaton trained and use these during all daily routines. This helps the children to communicate more freely with staff and the other children when difficulties arise. We also have staff trained in PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) which has been passed down to the team through regular team meetings and also intensive interaction training has been completed by all staff.  Staff work closely with all professionals and have had experience in completing and using Educational Health Care Plans (EHCP) to support smooth transitions for children with SEN as well as to ensure everybody is working towards the same outcomes.   We have also had experience with children with limited mobility in the past so staff are very aware of room layouts and additional physical interventions that may be required to ensure children can access all areas of the environment. We can support parents through any application process they may need to make , claiming for any additional funding as well following up any advice given from other professionals. we have also worked with professionals within the setting including pediatrician's , Speech therapists and Occupational therapists .

Contact
Rebecca Asher
Telephone
01728605940
Email
benhallpreschool123@btinternet.com

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