Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Child Care Services in Ashcott
Cheeky Chimps Pre-School has been dedicated to early childhood development for over five decades, serving families in Ashcott and surrounding villages. Our team of qualified professionals prioritises individualised care, maintaining staff-to-child ratios exceeding national standards to ensure personalised attention. We deliver a dynamic curriculum aligned with Ofsted guidelines and the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, fostering communication, language, and literacy skills through play-based learning.Our outdoor learning initiatives and Forest School qualifications enable children to engage with nature while developing critical thinking abilities. As a community-led charity, we actively involve parents in their child's educational journey while reinvesting in facility improvements through local fundraising efforts. Our safeguarding commitment ensures a secure environment where every child's welfare is paramount.
Services
Early Years Education
After School Care
Forest School Activities
Special Educational Needs Support
Parent Involvement Programs
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of proven childcare expertise in Ashcott community
- Staff-to-child ratios exceeding national requirements
- Forest School qualified practitioners for outdoor learning
- Parent-involvement focused educational approach
- Safeguarding-certified team with specialist early years qualifications
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Early Years Education
Our Ofsted-registered curriculum follows EYFS guidelines while nurturing communication and literacy skills. Qualified teachers create tailored learning experiences that prepare children for formal education. Daily activities balance structured learning with free play in our stimulating rural environment.
After School Care
We provide safe evening supervision from 3-5:30pm with flexible options including structured clubs and free play. Children enjoy arts, games, and outdoor activities while receiving nutritious snacks in our welcoming facility.
Forest School
Qualified practitioners lead nature-based sessions developing physical coordination and environmental awareness. Children explore natural spaces while building confidence through hands-on discovery experiences tailored to their developmental needs.
People
Caroline Wills
Manager
Qualified Early Years Teacher with decade-long leadership at Cheeky Chimps. Passionate about creating enriching environments that foster child development through play and exploration.
Julie
Deputy Manager
Level 5 childcare qualified with 20+ years experience. Specialises in special educational needs support and play-based learning that challenges children's critical thinking abilities.
Hannah
Deputy Manager
BA Hons graduate in English and Early Childhood Studies. Expert in toddler development through storytelling and creative activities, bringing academic knowledge to practical childcare applications.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We care for children aged 2 to 11 years across our preschool and after-school programs.
Are staff qualified in early childhood education?
All our team hold formal childcare qualifications including Early Years Teacher status and Level 5 certifications.
Do you follow national curriculum guidelines?
We operate within Ofsted regulations and Early Years Foundation Stage framework while tailoring activities to children's interests.
How do you involve parents in child development?
We maintain open communication channels and actively encourage parental participation in both learning activities and committee governance.
Reviews (1)
Emma James
Oct 17, 2016
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We moved to the area for the wrap around care that Cheeky Chimps provides and we have been delighted with the care, development, fun and opportunities it has given our children. In the 4 years we have been using it, it has gone from strength to strength, the team are amazing and always happy to spend time talking with you about your child's needs. I also really like the fact they have a system called Tapestry so they can email updates and pictures of what the children have been doing during the day. In fact my children love Chimps so much I often have to bribe them to come home!
