About us
Our aim is to provide a happy, thriving learning environment for children aged 3 to 5 years living in Offwell, Cotleigh, Wilmington and the surrounding area. We can accommodate up to 16 children per session and operate from Cotleigh Village Hall. We obviously have a close relationship with Offwell C of E Voluntary Primary School and as a registered charity we keep our fees low to ensure that Offwell Under Fives is accessible to everyone. Our Operational Plan, which details our day to day running, policies, procedures, termly self-evaluation and most recent Ofsted report, is available here online or on request from the Pre-School.
We can offer your child:
We can offer your child:
- A specially tailored curriculum to meet their needs and abilities.
- A supportive learning environment.
- Fun and friendship with other children.
- A smooth transition from Pre-school to Primary School.
- The opportunity to develop children's potential by learning through play.
- Qualified staff who will offer individual care and attention.
- The chance to increase their independence skills in preparation for school.
Safeguarding
Offwell Under Fives takes seriously its responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children; and to work together with other agencies to ensure adequate arrangements within the setting to identify, assess, and support those children who are suffering harm. Offwell Under Fives recognises that all adults, including temporary staff and volunteers have a full and active part to play in protecting children from harm, and that the child’s welfare is the paramount concern. We ensure that all staff working within the setting who have access to children have been checked as to their suitability, including verification of their identity, qualifications, and a satisfactory CRB check (according to guidance).
For monitoring and reporting any Safeguarding concerns and issues as per policy.:
A full copy of Offwell Under Fives Safeguarding Policy can be found here on the website, in the operational folder in the foyer at pre-school or you can request a copy from Kay George
For monitoring and reporting any Safeguarding concerns and issues as per policy.:
- The Safeguarding Designated Officer is Our Play leader: Kay George who can be contacted at any time on 07842 162 879 or email: kay@offwellunderfives.com
- The Named Member of the Committee for Safeguarding is Marina Hodder who can be contacted on 07866 421 337 or email: chairperson@offwellunderfives.com
A full copy of Offwell Under Fives Safeguarding Policy can be found here on the website, in the operational folder in the foyer at pre-school or you can request a copy from Kay George
Special Needs
As part of the pre-school's policy to make sure that its provision meets the needs of each individual child, we take account of any special needs, which a child may have.
The pre-school works to the requirements of the 1993 Education Act and The Special Educational Needs Code of Practice (2000) and keeps staff updated on current practice through continual professional development.
The pre-school works to the requirements of the 1993 Education Act and The Special Educational Needs Code of Practice (2000) and keeps staff updated on current practice through continual professional development.
