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Welcome to our Pre-School
Welcome to our pre-school, where we provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children as young as 2 years old!
Our dedicated and caring staff are passionate about fostering a love for learning through play-based activities. We believe that play is essential for children's development, helping them explore, discover, and grow.
At Prestwood Village Preschool we offer a warm inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to explore discover, and grow. Rooted in the principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), our approach supports the holistic development of children from birth to five, nurturing confident, curious learners ready for the world ahead.
We believe in learning through play, enriched by a wide range of engaging experiences both indoors and outdoors. Our outdoor spaces provide a vital role in daily learning, giving children the freedom to connect with nature, develop physical skills, and gain independence, resilience and critical thinking from an early age.
Language development is central to everything we do, Through storytelling, conversation and rich communication opportunities, we support children in becoming confident communicators with strong foundations in literacy.
Strong partnerships with parents and carers are at the heart of our ethos. We work closely with families to create a supportive consistent and nurturing experience, ensuring each child feels valued, secure and ready to thrive.
The children enjoy many activities such as; Squiggle while you Wiggle to support the development of upper body strength and movements which will support early writing, Helicopter Stories where we capture the children’s own stories and then perform these together at the end of the session, PE and visits to our forest school area.
We have two preschool rooms offering sessional care from 08.40-11.45 and 11.45-2.45. Children can attend for morning sessions, afternoon sessions, all day or a combination of all options to suit your family’s needs. We offer 15 hours universally funded places, accept 30-hour extended hour codes and also offer privately funded places where applicable. Children in our preschool are also able to attend our breakfast and afterschool school clubs providing wrap around care from 7.30am - 6pm if needed.
Duckling room takes children from 2 years of age until they move up to Owl room.
Duckling Room Staff: Mrs Sharon, Mrs Linda, Mrs Holly and Miss Leia
Owl room provides care for children the September after their 3rd birthday until they go to reception.
Owl Room Staff: Mrs Sharon, Mrs Linda, Mrs Kara, Mrs Violet Mrs Vicky and Mrs Nattasha
Class Names
At Prestwood Infant School, all the classes, including Preschool, are named after animals from a local wildlife sanctuary “Tiggywinkles”. Throughout the year, each class raises money to sponsor their animal counterpart, ensuring children understand how we can work together to have a positive impact on our world.
This year, the animals we are sponsoring are:
| Ducklings | Owls |
| Hedgehogs | Badgers |
| Foxes | Deers |
| Red Kites |
Preschool Places are available
We have places available for 2 - 4 year olds in our thriving Preschools. Extended hours 7:30am - 6pm available. Please contact our Preschool on 01494862263 or pop us an email at preschool@pvsglt.co.uk
Wrap around care
Our wraparound care service runs from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, ensuring that your little ones have a safe and engaging space throughout the day. For more information please contact willow@pvsglt.co.uk
We focus on creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where each child feels valued and inspired to learn.
Join us in laying the foundation for a lifetime of curiosity and joy!
Key Pre-School Staff
| Mr M Smith | Executive Headteacher |
| Mrs S Sheppard | Preschool Manager |
| Mrs J Nichol | Deputy Headteacher |
| Mrs H Cordell | Assistant Headteacher/SENDCo |
| Mrs G O'Connor | Pastoral Lead and DSL |
Contact Details
Address: Moat Lane Prestwood Great Missenden Buckinghamshire HP16 9DF
Telephone: 01494 862263
Email: preschool@pvsglt.co.uk