Pre-School

We focus on developing the fundamental skills that all children need for future success.

Our curriculum is grouped with our Reception provision – the overview for 2026/27 can be found here.

We welcome children from 2 years of age.

  • Children may attend morning sessions from the term after their 2 birthday, subject to availability.
  • Full-day attendance is available from age 3.
  • We offer places funded through the government’s Free Early Education Entitlement (FEEE) scheme.
  • Eligible children can access:
    • 15 funded hours for eligible 2-year-olds
    • 15 funded hours for all 3 and 4-year-olds
    • 30 funded hours for eligible working families of 3 and 4-year-olds

We are open Monday to Friday during term time.

Morning Session: 9am to 12pm
Afternoon Session: 12pm to 3pm
Full Day Session: 9am to 3pm

Session Fees (For Non-Funded Hours)

The pre-school provides:

  • Daily healthy snacks
  • Milk during sessions
  • Access to all learning resources and activities

Parents are asked to provide:

  • Nappies (if required)
  • Wipes
  • Sun cream

Children attending all-day sessions may:

  • Bring a packed lunch from home, or
  • Order a hot school meal through the school’s catering provision

Contact Croft Pre-school