Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Early Years Education in Bath
Established over 40 years ago by a group of parent volunteers, Peter Pan Pre-school has evolved into a thriving community-focused charity. We provide high-quality early years education and care for children aged 2 to school age, maintaining a staff-to-child ratio of 1:6 to ensure individualised attention. Our team includes Level 3 qualified practitioners and a qualified teacher specialising in early literacy, delivering a curriculum enriched by forest school activities, creative workshops, and local community engagement.As a non-profit organisation managed by an elected parent committee, we prioritise transparency and parental involvement in both governance and fundraising. Our programme aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework while offering flexible funding options including 15/30-hour entitlements and Tax-Free Childcare. With strong links to local schools and a commitment to inclusive education, we create a nurturing environment where children develop confidence through play-based learning and outdoor exploration.
Services
Early Years Education
Child Care Services
Special Educational Needs Support
Outdoor Learning Activities
Parent Partnership Programmes
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of community childcare experience
- 1:6 staff-to-child ratio for personalised attention
- Level 3 qualified practitioners and specialist teacher
- OFSTED-registered with safeguarding compliance
- Flexible funding options including 30-hour entitlement
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
- Early Years Foundation Stage
What people say
Brilliant start to education
Spacious indoor and outdoor space
Approachable and helpful staff
Excellent indoor and outdoor activities
Children feel safe and loved
Services
Early Years Education
Structured educational programmes following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Delivered by qualified practitioners through play-based learning, literacy development, and creative activities. Focuses on social skills, numeracy, and environmental awareness for children aged 2-5 years.
Outdoor Learning
Forest school-inspired sessions with woodworking, gardening, and local area explorations. Enhances physical development and environmental understanding through supervised outdoor play, nature observation, and seasonal activities in our secure garden space.
Special Needs Support
Tailored provision for children with additional needs, following the Local Offer framework. Staff trained in speech and language support, with individualised learning plans and specialist equipment to ensure full participation in all activities.
Parent Partnership
Active parent engagement through volunteer opportunities, fundraising, and curriculum input. Weekly activity plans shared with families to extend learning at home, with regular communication channels and committee representation.
Flexible Funding Options
Access to 15/30-hour Early Years Entitlement funding, Tax-Free Childcare, and childcare vouchers. Transparent fee structure with no restrictions on funded hour usage, supporting working families and eligible two-year-olds.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We accept children from the term before their third birthday up to school age, with limited two-year-old spaces available through eligible funding.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff hold Level 3 Early Years qualifications, including a qualified teacher specialising in literacy development and practitioners trained in forest school methods.
How do you support special educational needs?
We follow individualised plans under the Local Offer framework, with staff trained in speech and language support and access to specialist equipment.
What funding options are available?
We accept 15/30-hour Early Years Entitlement, Tax-Free Childcare, childcare vouchers, and two-year-old funding for eligible families.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can volunteer in daily operations, join our committee, or participate in fundraising events and curriculum planning discussions.
What are your opening hours?
We operate Tuesday-Friday 9:15am-3:30pm during term time, offering morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions with flexible booking options.
