Horsted Keynes Preschool

Horsted Keynes Preschool is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children can play, learn, explore, and develop. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and high-quality Preschool in the heart of our community, offering affordable and flexible childcare for children aged between 2 to 5 years old. Our opening hours are from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays (afternoon session for Rising 5s), and Thursdays, and from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Our aim is to provide a fun and stimulating environment where children can grow into 'happy healthy children', and where each child's individuality is respected and valued. At Horsted Keynes Preschool, we recognise that young children thrive in an environment which is supportive, caring, and empowering. We understand that young children learn primarily through play and real-life experiences, and so we plan around the children's existing interests and abilities. This ensures that children are motivated and interested in learning.

We provide a rich and varied learning environment, carefully planned to empower children to seek meaning, find solutions, and use creative thinking processes. Our experienced Early Years Practitioners facilitate learning with sensitive questioning, practical support, and plenty of praise and encouragement. We strive to build each child's self-confidence and self-esteem, laying the foundations for a successful and positive disposition to learning.

Our Services

At Horsted Keynes Preschool, we offer an excellent range of services to support children's development and to meet the needs of families. These services include:

• Sessions: We offer a range of sessions to cater to the needs of families. Our sessions run from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays (afternoon session for Rising 5s), and Thursdays, and from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays.
• Key Person: Each child is assigned a Key Person who is responsible for building a positive and supportive relationship with the child and their family. This Key Person will be the primary point of contact for families and will work closely with the child to support their learning and development.
• Hours: We offer flexible hours to meet the needs of families. Our hours are from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays (afternoon session for Rising 5s), and Thursdays, and from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays.
• Fees and Funding: We offer affordable fees, and we accept a range of funding options including the Early Years Entitlement and the 30 Hours Funding.
• Food at Preschool: We provide healthy snacks and meals for children. We are committed to promoting healthy eating and encourage children to develop positive attitudes towards food.
• Getting Involved: We welcome parental involvement in the Preschool and offer a range of opportunities for parents to get involved, including volunteering, fundraising, and attending events.

At Horsted Keynes Preschool, we are committed to providing a high-quality service which meets the needs of children and families. We welcome any prospective parents who wish to visit us and see how we operate, and we encourage families to get involved in the Preschool community.