Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Preschool in Peterborough for Early Years Education
St Michael's Pre-School has been dedicated to early years education since 1975, following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to ensure comprehensive development for children aged 2-5. Our team of qualified professionals prioritises creating a safe, stimulating environment where every child can thrive, regardless of individual needs or background. We implement trauma-informed practices after completing specialist training, incorporating emotion coaching to support emotional regulation. Our curriculum balances structured learning with free play, fostering social skills, self-confidence, and school readiness.We maintain strong partnerships with families through regular communication, home visits, and shared learning resources. Our committee-led governance ensures community involvement in maintaining high standards. We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs, evidenced by positive feedback from parents of autistic children. Our Ofsted-registered setting combines structured educational goals with flexible, child-centred approaches to nurture individual potential.
Services
Preschool Education
Early Years Foundation Stage
Home Learning Support
Special Educational Needs
Parent Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We are a committee-run preschool with community governance since 1975
- Our trauma response practice includes specialist emotion coaching training
- We provide home learning support through resources and parent workshops
- Our setting has received positive feedback from parents of children with autism
- We maintain Ofsted registration with ongoing quality assurance
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Outstanding caring attitude
Wonderful setting for children
Helped child's confidence grow
Excellent home learning resources
Consistently helpful and calm staff
Services
Preschool Education
Our preschool education programme follows the EYFS framework, delivering structured learning through play-based activities. We focus on developing social skills, emotional regulation, and school readiness for children aged 2-5. Our trauma-informed approach incorporates emotion coaching to support child development.
Home Learning Support
We provide comprehensive home learning resources including home visits, learning bags, and parent workshops. Our key workers offer personalised advice to extend educational activities into home environments, supporting continuous child development beyond preschool hours.
Special Educational Needs
Our inclusive setting offers tailored support for children with special educational needs, including autism spectrum disorder. Staff maintain consistent communication with parents and implement individualised strategies to ensure all children achieve their full potential within our nurturing environment.
Parent Workshops
We conduct regular workshops to educate parents on child development topics. These sessions cover practical skills like creating playdough, using home learning bags, and implementing structured routines to enhance early learning experiences at home.
Trauma Response Practice
Following specialist two-year training, our staff implement trauma-informed practices to support children's emotional development. We use emotion coaching techniques to help children understand and manage their feelings within a safe, nurturing environment.
People
Jennifer Childs
Manager
Jennifer oversees daily operations at St Michael's Pre-School, ensuring adherence to educational standards and safeguarding requirements. With extensive experience in early years education, she leads staff training and maintains Ofsted compliance.
Vicki Wilson
Deputy Manager
Vicki supports preschool operations and staff development at St Michael's. She works closely with parents to address individual children's needs and implements the setting's trauma-informed care practices.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We accept children aged 2-5 years, following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our staff implement individualised strategies for children with SEN, including autism support, with consistent parent communication.
What home learning resources are available?
We provide home learning bags, playdough workshops, and online resources to extend learning beyond preschool hours.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can participate through home visits, workshops, and our committee-led governance structure.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, we maintain Ofsted registration (number 256826) and undergo regular quality assessments.
What is your trauma response practice?
Our staff completed specialist training in trauma-informed care, using emotion coaching to support children's emotional development.
