Kingswood Village Playgroup is run by a committee of parents. We have a dedicated team of staff who hold relevant, necessary early years qualifications. All of our staff work directly with the children.
Sessions
Core sessions are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9-15am – 1pm, we run an extended session Tuesday and Thursday until 2.45pm and offer an early start from 8.45am during term time. A 12pm finish is an option, however we do encourage children to stay and eat their lunch together with the staff, which helps develop their social skills, plus the children really enjoy it! Healthy snacks and water or milk are provided at snack time but the children need to bring their own packed lunch if staying for lunch.
Outdoors
Following the Early Years and Foundation Curriculum we are lucky enough to make use of the village playground and playing field where we spend much of our time playing, exploring, learning and enjoying the nature around us. For rainy days, we make use of the big hall where we can utilise the extra space for more activities. We also have our own allotment to grow some of our own fruit and vegetables.
Fees/Funding
With competitively priced fees we also accept the government funding of 15 and 30 hours per week as well as childcare vouchers from a variety of schemes.
Ofsted
The last Ofsted inspection rated us as ‘Good’. “The manager and staff know the children well and what interests them. They set out activities that they know will interest the children and encourage them to play.” “Staff encourage children’s language and mathematical learning. They ask questions, pose challenges and encourage cooperation.”
Life after Playgroup
We have very close links with Kingswood Primary School and help with the transition when your child is starting school. In their final term, the children will walk down to the school for additional visits.