Long Crendon Pre School

At Long Crendon Pre-School & Out of School Club, we are proud to be a non-profit making community charity run by the Parents' Committee. Established in 1968, we are a testament to the families that use our services. Our mission is to provide a stimulating, active, and responsive atmosphere, full of excitement and challenge for children from 2-11 years old.

Our Ethos

We believe that children learn best through play. By play, we mean their self-generated, self-directed activity. This may involve huge physical or intellectual struggle and long periods of concentration, but it is still play if engaged in spontaneously from choice. It is the adult's job to facilitate, encourage, support, and guide this play.

Meet the Staff

Our team is made up of experienced and qualified individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality childcare. Our staff are committed to creating a nurturing, educational, and creative environment for our children. Meet some of the team below:

• Emma Pearce, Manager: Emma has a degree in Early Childhood studies and is Level VI qualified. She is also our Designated Safeguarding Officer and SENCO.
• Sadie Cain, Office Administrator: Sadie joins the team with lots of experience in administration and a keen eye for detail.
• Dawn Edwards, Breakfast Club Leader and Morning Session Deputy Leader: Dawn has many years of experience working in the Pre-School and is Level III qualified. She is also trained in First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Beth Wallis, Pre-School Afternoon Sessions Deputy Leader: Beth is Level III qualified and has over a year's experience of childcare. She is trained in First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Jenny Wiles, Pre-School & Out of School Club Assistant: Jenny has many years of experience working with us and is Level III qualified. She is trained in First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Olivia Davis, Pre-School & Out of School Club Assistant: Olivia is Level III trained and has experience working with children. She is passionate about arts and crafts and spending time outdoors.
• Miriam Boswell, Pre-School & Out of School Club Assistant: Miriam has been with the Pre-School since 1987 and is Level III qualified. She is trained in First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Tom Beckett, Out of School Club Assistant: Tom is Safeguarding and First Aid trained and joined our team in 2022.
• Julie Williams, Housekeeper: Julie is Level III qualified and has run the Breakfast Club and morning Pre-School for many years. She is trained in First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Tara Hughes, Out of School Assistant & Cleaner: Tara is trained in First Aid and Safeguarding and joined us in 2021.
• Chantel O'Neil, Pre-School & Out of School Club Assistant: Chantel is Level III qualified and has experience working with children. She is trained in First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Heather Pinnington, Pre-School & Out of School Club Assistant: Heather is Level IIII qualified and brings with her a wealth of experience from the childcare sector. She is trained in First Aid and Safeguarding.
• Lois Horner, Pre-School Assistant: Lois is excited for a new career in childcare and is currently working towards her Level III. She is trained in Safeguarding and First Aid.
• Emma McLean, Pre-School Assistant: Emma is excited for a new career in childcare and is currently working towards her Level III. She is trained in Safeguarding and First Aid.
• Karly Harrison, Pre-School & OSC Assistant: Karly is excited for a new career in childcare and is currently working towards her Level III. She is trained in Safeguarding and First Aid.
• Katie Whale, OSC Assistant: Katie joined us in September 2023 and is excited to start her new career in childcare.

Our Services

We offer a range of services to cater to the diverse needs of our families. Our services include:

• Pre-School: A stimulating, active, and responsive atmosphere, full of excitement and challenge for children from 2-3 years old.
• Out of School Club: Wraparound care for children aged 3-11 years old.
• Breakfast Club: A cooked breakfast for children who attend our Pre-School.
• After-School Club: A quiet and calm environment for children to relax and unwind after school.
• Our Facilities: We have a range of facilities, including a play area, construction zone, and quiet zone.

Our Commitment

At Long Crendon Pre-School & Out of School Club, we are committed to providing high-quality childcare to our families. We strive to create a nurturing, educational, and creative environment for our children. We regularly review our working practices and welcome feedback from parents on any aspect of our provision for children.