Transforming Spaces, Building Tomorrows
At Queens Road Methodist Church Pre-School, we are committed to providing a warm, caring, and nurturing environment for young children. Our pre-school is dedicated to respecting individuality, valuing the whole child, and working together to learn and grow. We believe that all children are unique individuals and aim to help them develop at their own rate through challenging and exciting play.
Our Values
We believe that children learn most effectively when they are interested and motivated by the activities they engage with. We believe in the importance of a key person to help plan activities tailored to the needs of each individual child. We aim for every child to have the opportunity to enjoy stories and verse every day. We will encourage independence in all areas of development. Our experienced and qualified staff work tirelessly to create a stimulating and engaging environment that caters to the diverse needs of each child.
Our Staff
Our team of dedicated and passionate educators is led by our Manager, Mrs. Kate Sheppard, who has a CACHE Level 3 diploma in childcare and education from Norland College. Our Deputy Manager, Mrs. Catherine Bennett, is an NVQ Level 3 in childcare and education. We also have a team of experienced assistants, including Mrs. Diane Newton, NNEB in childcare, Mrs. Helen Gray, Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education, Mrs. Marie Trenchard, Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education, and Mr. Mark Lapham, NVQ 3 in childcare. Our Secretary, Mrs. Jean Pope, has been with the pre-school since 1990.
Our Services
We offer a range of sessions to cater to the needs of our families, including morning, afternoon, and all-day sessions. Our sessions run Monday to Friday, with flexible timing options to suit your family's needs. We accept children from 2 years 6 months to 3 years old, with a maximum of four children per session. We also offer 15 hours of free childcare for children from the term after their third birthday, funded by the Early Years Entitlement.
Fees
Our fees are currently 6.00 per hour, payable one month in advance. We understand that costs are the same whether a child is present or not; therefore, fees are not refundable for casual absences. If your child leaves our pre-school, four weeks' notice must be given, or four weeks' fees paid in lieu of notice.
Getting in Touch
If you would like to learn more about our pre-school, we invite you to contact us using the details below:
Queens Road Methodist Church
Queens Road
Keynsham
Bristol
BS31 2NN
01179 877 753
admissions@queensroadpreschool.co.uk
manager@queensroadpreschool.co.uk
Contact Us
Please get in touch with us to arrange a visit, discuss your child's needs, or for any general enquires. We look forward to welcoming you to our pre-school community.
Overall Satisfaction
The reviews for Queens Road Pre School are overwhelmingly positive. Both authors, Kate Sheppard and Gemma Tomlin, have given the pre school 5-star ratings.
Staff
The staff at Queens Road Pre School are consistently praised by both authors. They describe the staff as "friendly", "professional", and "approachable". Kate notes that the staff got to know her children well, which made her feel happy leaving them in their care.
Education
The educational activities offered by the pre school are also a key strength. Both authors mention that the children are "well stimulated" and "learn lots of new things". The weekly topics are particularly praised, as they provide a structured and engaging learning environment.
Parental Satisfaction
Both authors express their satisfaction with the pre school, saying they would "highly recommend" it to others. Kate felt happy knowing her children were well looked after, while Gemma notes that she feels happy knowing her daughter is well cared for.
