Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Preschool Childcare in Telford
Established in 2005, Little Chicks Pre-School delivers quality childcare in a secure and stimulating environment. Our team of dedicated professionals holds enhanced DBS checks and paediatric first aid certifications, ensuring childrens safety and well-being. We operate a Key-Person system to foster individualised development and maintain strong parent partnerships. Our curriculum aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on learning through play and structured activities. Security measures include CCTV coverage, locked access points, and password-protected child collection.With flexible funding options and tailored session times, we accommodate diverse parental needs while prioritising childrens educational and social growth. Our staff undergo rigorous induction and continuous training to uphold high standards. We collaborate closely with local schools to ease childrens transitions and provide regular parent meetings to discuss progress. Our commitment to nurturing independence and confidence has earned recognition through consistent positive feedback from families.
Services
Early Years Education
Secure Childcare
Flexible Funding
Parent Meetings
Transition Support
Nutritious Meals
Outdoor Play
Special Educational Needs Support
CCTV Security
Term-Time Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Our team includes staff with over 25 years of combined experience since 2005.
- Robust security systems including CCTV and password-protected child collection.
- Personalised Key-Person system ensures individual attention to each child.
- EYFS-compliant curriculum delivered by paediatric first aid trained staff.
- Positive parent testimonials highlight our nurturing environment and transition support.
What people say
AMAZING staff
Kind and caring
Improved speech
Best nursery
Nurturing environment
Services
Early Years Education
Our EYFS-compliant curriculum fosters foundational skills through play and structured activities. Children engage in literacy, numeracy, and sensory exploration, supported by qualified staff. The program prepares them for school transitions while prioritising individual development.
Secure Childcare
Comprehensive security includes CCTV coverage, locked access points, and password-protected collection. All staff undergo enhanced DBS checks to ensure a safe environment. Daily attendance records and hygiene practices maintain consistent supervision and health standards.
Flexible Funding
We offer 30-hour funding schemes and adaptable session times to meet parental needs. Flexible booking options include morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions during term time. Our staff assist in navigating funding eligibility and application processes.
Parent Meetings
Termly meetings connect parents with educators to discuss child progress and developmental milestones. This collaborative approach ensures individualised support, addressing specific needs through shared strategies and regular communication.
Transition Support
We prepare children for formal education through school visits and teacher interactions. Our EYFS curriculum builds confidence, independence, and social skills. Staff work closely with local schools to ensure smooth transitions and continuity in learning.
People
Ange Taylor
Managing Director
Qualified to BA(Hons) Child & Family Studies, Ange holds Early Years Professional Status and over 25 years of experience. She leads daily operations, safeguarding, and parent partnerships, prioritising professional care standards.
Lauren Proud
Deputy Manager
A Level 3 Early Years Educator since 2021, Lauren oversees safeguarding and special educational needs. She contributes to curriculum delivery and staff development, ensuring compliance with childcare best practices.
Sharron Bradley-Porter
Early Years Practitioner
With a Level 3 NVQ in Children's Care, Sharron focuses on safe, stimulating environments. She enhances skills through continuous professional development, fostering play-based learning and child-centred care.
Rhian Thomas
Early Years Practitioner
Pursuing her Level 3 Early Years qualification, Rhian contributes to daily activities and child welfare. Her paediatric first aid skills and dedication enrich our nurturing environment.
Francesca Porter
Early Years Practitioner
Known as Teckers, Francesca gained her Level 3 qualification through apprenticeship. She combines nurturing care with structured educational support, drawing on her experience since 2016.
Questions
What age group do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 2-5 years under statutory school age.
How do you ensure child safety?
We use CCTV, locked access, password checks, and DBS-screened staff to maintain a secure environment.
Do you offer flexible session times?
Yes, we provide morning, afternoon, and full-day sessions during term time, with 30-hour funding options.
How do you support school transitions?
We collaborate with local schools, organise visits, and follow the EYFS curriculum to prepare children for education.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff have enhanced DBS checks and paediatric first aid training, with several holding Level 3 qualifications.
Are meals provided?
Mid-morning fruit and milk/water are provided. Children staying for lunch require nut-free packed meals.
