Business Details
Your Trusted Pre-School in Over, Cambridgeshire
Over Puddleducks Pre-School is a committee-run, non-profit charity organisation dedicated to providing high-quality early years education for children aged 2 to school age. Our Ofsted Outstanding-rated setting prioritises safety, stimulation, and inclusivity, offering a balanced curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage. With a team of qualified educators, including specialists in special educational needs and safeguarding, we foster individual development through play-based learning.We maintain strong partnerships with local schools to ensure smooth transitions and offer flexible session options to accommodate family needs. As a parent-led committee, we actively involve families in decision-making while adhering to rigorous safeguarding standards.
Services
Pre-School Education
Early Years Curriculum
Flexible Session Options
Government-Funded Childcare
Special Educational Needs Support
Parent Involvement Programs
Local Outings
Childcare Vouchers Accepted
Payment Plans Available
Transition Support to School
Highlights and features
- We are an Ofsted Outstanding-rated pre-school with rigorous quality standards
- Our team includes qualified early years educators and specialists in special educational needs
- We offer flexible session options to suit family needs and schedules
- We accept government-funded childcare vouchers and offer tailored payment plans
- We maintain strong partnerships with local schools for smooth educational transitions
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Safe and happy environment
Impressed by staff expertise
Fantastic support for special needs
Excellent communication with parents
Smooth school transitions
Services
Pre-School Education
Structured learning programmes for children aged 2 to school age, following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Our play-based approach develops cognitive, social, and motor skills through hands-on activities. Qualified educators create individualised learning plans while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment that prepares children for primary school.
Flexible Session Options
Tailored childcare arrangements including morning, afternoon, lunchtime, and full-day sessions. Parents can combine sessions to create schedules meeting their family's needs, with a minimum weekly requirement of four hours ensuring curriculum continuity. Our adaptable approach supports gradual integration for new attendees.
Special Educational Needs Support
Dedicated SENCo professionals provide individualised support for children with special educational needs. We implement tailored care plans in collaboration with parents and external specialists, ensuring accessibility to all activities. Our inclusive environment promotes social integration while maintaining necessary therapeutic interventions.
Government-Funded Childcare
Eligibility assessment and administration for 15-30 hours of free weekly childcare through government schemes. We assist families in accessing entitlements based on age and parental employment status, including additional support for children with disabilities. Our staff manage voucher processing and compliance requirements.
Parent Involvement Programs
Active participation opportunities through committee membership and policy consultation. Parents attend regular meetings to shape organisational decisions, with annual elections for volunteer positions. We maintain transparent communication about child progress and curriculum implementation through regular updates and formal reports.
People
Emma Baker
Manager
CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator with SENCo and safeguarding qualifications. Specialises in early childhood mental health and special educational needs. Leads staff training and curriculum development while maintaining daily operational oversight.
Katie Passey
Senior Childcare Practitioner
Level 3 Early Years Educator with SENCo responsibilities. Focuses on child protection protocols and mental health first aid. Coordinates daily activities and supervises apprentices while maintaining paediatric first aid standards.
Claire Wilkins-Davies
Chair
Volunteer committee chair overseeing policy implementation and strategic direction. Ensures compliance with charity governance standards while facilitating parent-staff collaboration. Manages committee operations and external stakeholder relationships.
Lucy Cowley
Treasurer
Financial officer managing budgeting and resource allocation. Ensures fiscal accountability while developing sustainable funding strategies. Collaborates with staff on pricing structures and voucher scheme administration.
Harriet Turton
Fundraisers
Organises community engagement initiatives and fundraising events. Develops sponsorship opportunities to enhance educational resources while maintaining donor relationships. Coordinates volunteer activities supporting operational improvements.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We accept children from 2 years old up to primary school age, with flexible session options to suit different developmental needs.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, we are Ofsted registered (number 221787) and achieved an Outstanding rating in our 2024 inspection.
Do you accept childcare vouchers?
We accept government-funded childcare vouchers and offer flexible payment plans. Our staff can help with voucher processing.
How do you support special educational needs?
We have qualified SENCo staff who create individualised support plans. Our inclusive environment ensures all children access appropriate learning opportunities.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, with flexible session combinations including morning, afternoon, and full-day options.
How do you involve parents?
Parents can join our volunteer committee, attend meetings, and participate in policy development. We provide regular progress updates and consultation opportunities.
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