Business Details
Thames Pre School: Nurturing Early Childhood Development
At Thames Pre School, we build on each child's unique interests and experiences to provide a foundation for lifelong learning. Our approach centres on a play-based, child-led curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), fostering environments where children's natural curiosity drives development. Through tailored activities that adapt to evolving interests, we cultivate emotional, social, and creative growth.Our dedicated team prioritises well-being, creating stimulating indoor and outdoor spaces where children develop independence and resilience. By responding dynamically to children's needs and celebrating their achievements, we nurture confidence that extends beyond school readiness into future life stages.
Services
Early Years Education
Funded Sessions
Forest School Programmes
Parent Engagement
Outdoor Learning
Term-Time Provision
Highlights and features
- We follow a child-led, play-based curriculum aligned with EYFS standards
- Our team prioritises children's well-being in stimulating indoor and outdoor environments
- We adapt activities to reflect children's evolving interests and learning needs
- We maintain strong parent engagement through regular updates and collaborative input
- OFSTED inspectors highlighted our nurturing environment and high expectations
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Fantastic pre-school
Wonderful staff
Great range of learning opportunities
Stimulating environments
Children develop independence
Services
Early Years Education
Structured learning programmes following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Our play-based approach develops core skills through child-led exploration, fostering cognitive, physical and social development in preparation for school transition.
Funded Sessions
Eligible families access government-funded childcare hours within our OFSTED-registered provision. Sessions deliver curriculum-aligned learning through flexible packages that accommodate different family needs while maintaining educational continuity.
Forest School Programmes
Nature-based educational experiences that develop resilience and environmental awareness. Children engage in practical outdoor activities that promote problem-solving skills, teamwork and physical development within natural settings.
Parent Engagement
Collaborative platforms enabling parental participation in children's learning journey. Regular updates through digital platforms and physical events create transparent communication channels that reinforce learning objectives at home.
Outdoor Learning
Curriculum-integrated outdoor activities that extend learning beyond classroom walls. Children explore natural environments through structured play sessions that develop motor skills, risk assessment capabilities and creative thinking.
Questions
What age group do you cater to?
We provide early years education for children aged 2-5 years through our OFSTED-registered childcare provision.
What is your Ofsted rating?
Our latest Ofsted inspection in December 2022 awarded us a 'GOOD' rating for educational quality and child well-being.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide government-funded early education places alongside parent-funded sessions to accommodate different family needs.
How do you involve parents in learning?
We use digital platforms for regular updates and encourage parental contributions to learning activities through our Tapestry system.
What outdoor learning opportunities exist?
Our Forest School programmes and outdoor play sessions develop practical skills through nature-based activities in safe environments.
Reviews (2)
Natasha Carter
Sep 03, 2020
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I would highly recommend Thames Preschool. My daughter absolutely loved her time at Thames. She did something different every day, made lots or friends and loved all the staff. We were very sad to have to say goodbye!
Claire Sexton
Jul 20, 2020
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It is with great sadness that my kids have finished their time at Thames, it has been such a fantastic time for them. The caring staff who go well above, the lovely outdoor setting and the child-led activities are just some of the many highlights. My kids have thrived there, would thoroughly recommend.
