Ducklings Pre-School

Ducklings provide a rich and stimulating learning environment for the children both indoors and outdoors. The children gain independence, resilience and confidence preparing them for a smooth transition to school and beyond. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and our learning is based around the children''s interests and experiences. Our staff are well qualified, experienced and professional. We are a charity pre-school and are run by a committee.

Venue

Venue address
Chickerell Methodist Church Hall North Square
Chickerell
Weymouth
Dorset
Postcode
DT3 4DX
Locality
Weymouth & Portland

Date/Time

Opening times
Mon: 08:45-14:45
Tue: 08:45-14:45
Wed: 08:45-14:45
Thu: 08:45-14:45
Fri: 08:45-14:45

Service Details

Vacancy information
Please call or email for vacancy details, or if you wish to be added to the waiting list for future attendance.
Cost(s)
£6.50 per Hour
Cost variations
Additional charges for non-funded hours at £6.50. Early Education funding entitlement can be used at any time during opening hours.
Additional Information
Provision has an inclusion / equal opportunities policy.
Age Range
2 years 0 months to 4 years 11 months

Ofsted Registered Details

Ofsted inspection result
Date of last inspectionInspection resultOfsted report
11/05/2022 Good View here
Ofsted Report notes
If a childcare provision is run by a school they may not be separately registered with Ofsted, therefore the link to their report will be for the school.
Registration details
Registration numberOfsted registration date
14099028/05/1993

Early Education

Free early education places
15 Hours For 2 year olds
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15 Hours For 3 & 4 year olds
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30 Hours For 3 & 4 year olds
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Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Yes, ramp to main building.
Parking availability information
Off site parking only
Toilet facility information
Ground floor toilet, wheelchair accessible toilet, facilities for intimate care for older children with additional needs.
Other Facilities
Special Educational Needs Coordinator.<br/>Any additional requirements, if not already incorporated would be discussed with parents/carers.

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Local Offer

Support for children and young people with SEN and disabilities
Ducklings Pre-school aims to make reasonable adjustments to ensure our setting is fully inclusive for all, the setting will wherever possible resource and access equipment to ensure that all children have a full and enriched learning experience at the setting. The SenCo/Manager and key person, alongside other professionals will oversee any plans put in place to support children with SEND which will be reviewed at regular intervals and ensure the child's progress is recorded accurately. We value each child's unique strengths and challenge them to fulfil their learning potential through different activities.¦The setting follows all Policies and Codes of practice as required. All staff are first aid trained and can gain further training to support a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Before a child starts Ducklings they are invited in, to become familiar with their new surroundings. When the child is due to make the transition from our setting to another, our team ensure all documentation is forwarded, liaise with the new setting and go with the child to ensure the child is reassured and well prepared.
Record Last Updated
11/04/2024
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Address: Chickerell Methodist Church Hall  North Square  Chickerell  Weymouth  Dorset

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