Business Details
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Churchill, North Somerset
Churchill Pre-School is a community-driven, non-profit organisation providing high-quality early years education for children aged 2-5 in North Somerset. Established to support families through a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage, we prioritise individualised care, fostering confidence, independence, and social development. Our team of paediatric first aid-trained staff maintains a high staff-to-child ratio, ensuring personalised attention and safety. Accredited by Ofsted and members of the Pre-School Learning Alliance, we hold the Bristol Standard Quality Assurance for excellence in early education.We offer flexible session options, including funded hours for eligible families, and collaborate closely with local primary schools to ease transitions. Sustainability charges fund essential resources like snacks, trips, and outdoor learning activities, while our Forest Fridays programme promotes nature-based exploration. With strong parental involvement through our voluntary committee, we create a welcoming, inclusive environment where children thrive through creative play, structured learning, and community engagement.
Services
Early Education
Flexible Sessions
Outdoor Learning
Transition Support
Parental Involvement
Highlights and features
- We maintain a high staff-to-child ratio for personalised care
- All staff are paediatric first aid trained with safeguarding expertise
- Flexible funding options available for eligible families
- Strong transition support to local primary schools
- Creative, nature-based learning through Forest Fridays
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- Pre-School Learning Alliance
- Bristol Standard Quality Assurance Standard
What people say
Friendly, caring staff
Developed confidence
Creative environment
Strong staff bonds
Excellent transition support
Services
Early Education
Our Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum fosters holistic development through structured play and creative activities. Qualified staff deliver individualised learning plans that align with national standards while nurturing social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Regular assessments track progress and inform tailored support strategies.
Flexible Sessions
Choose from morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions with optional breakfast club (8:00-9:00) and extended hours (8:45-15:15). Eligible families access government-funded hours, while our voluntary sustainability charge ensures continued provision of high-quality resources and extracurricular activities.
Forest Fridays
Weekly nature-based expeditions develop physical skills and environmental awareness. Children engage in supervised outdoor play, seasonal exploration, and hands-on learning activities that complement classroom experiences while promoting resilience and teamwork.
Transition Support
We collaborate with local primary schools to ensure smooth reception class transitions. Our programme builds foundational literacy, numeracy, and social skills while sharing developmental records with receiving schools to maintain continuity in learning approaches.
Parental Involvement
Regular communication channels include termly progress updates, parent-teacher consultations, and volunteer opportunities through our committee. We encourage home learning partnerships and maintain transparent policies regarding fees, safety, and curriculum implementation.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We cater for children aged 2 to 5 years old, with flexible session options for eligible families.
Are staff qualified in first aid?
All our staff hold paediatric first aid qualifications with regular refresher training.
How do you support school transitions?
We maintain strong links with local primary schools and share developmental records to ensure continuity in learning approaches.
What outdoor activities are available?
Our Forest Fridays programme offers weekly nature-based learning experiences in addition to daily garden play sessions.
How are fees structured?
Session costs range from £21-£46 with optional add-ons. A voluntary £1 sustainability charge covers consumables and extracurricular activities.
