All Saints Blackwell Pre-School

Activities: Children watch caterpillars turn into butterflies, use a fire hose during a visit from the fire service, and grow and cook potatoes.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children demonstrate high levels of independence and confidence; strong emotional bonds with adults.

Communication: Parents receive regular information about their children's development and suggestions to support learning at home.

Community Building: Parents speak highly of the pre-school and state that staff are kind and caring.

Programs and Resources: Plans are put in place quickly and effectively for children needing additional support, including referrals to external services.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff know children extremely well and are very responsive to their emotional needs.

Safeguarding Training: Staff have excellent knowledge of safeguarding issues and hold a current paediatric first-aid qualification.

Play and Learning Integration: Staff interact skilfully with children; ask questions to extend thinking skills like critical thinking and problem-solving.

Transition to Primary School: Children's learning is well supported in the pre-school and at home.

Child Safety Management: Leaders ensure the health and safety of children are of the highest priority.

Children's Safety and Security: Children feel safe and secure and can continue with their play and learning.

Teaching Personal Safety: Staff continually train to be aware of policies and procedures, ensuring child safety.

Happiness and Settling: Children snuggle in with staff when unsure and show immense pride in their achievements.