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Elm Road Pre School

Elm Road Pre-School, has been part of the Gatley community for over 50 years. Opening first as a playgroup in 1970 and then registering with OFSTED to become the Pre-School that we are today.

We are based in a bright, clean and modern building, recently refurbished in the heart of Gatley village.

We are open 9-12, Monday to Friday, term time only.  In addition to this, we can provide wrap-around care for Children attending Gatley Primary Nursery in the afternoon.

Our Pre-School cares for Children from the age of 2, up until the age they start reception class. (Places for 2 year olds are subject to availability).

We are experienced, mature staff, who are highly qualified at guiding development and ensuring your child in giving the best care possible. All staff have a full knowledge of the EYFS framework. We also have a Qualified Primary School Teacher and a designated SENCO.

In April 2018, OFSTED judged our provisions as ‘Good’.

We have extensive premises, including a large hall and a safe, secure and stimulating outdoor area. We allow the children to experiment, discover, experience, learn and have fun doing it!

Who to contact

Telephone
E-mail
elmroadpreschool@hotmail.co.uk
Website
https://www.elmroadpreschool.co.uk

Where to go

Name
Gatley United Reformed Church
Address
Elm Road
GATLEY
CHEADLE
Postcode
SK8 4LY
Notes

Buses 371, 11, 44, Gatley Railway Station.

Inclusion Information

Wheelchair Access

Has Provision
Yes

Special Needs

Has Provision
Yes

Dietary Needs

Has Provision
No
Experience with
Yes

Cultural Provisions

Has Provision
Yes
Experience with
Yes

Childcare Information

Vacancies

Immediate vacancies
Yes
Details
We work on a waiting list system

Funded Places

3 & 4 year old funding
Yes
2 year old funding
Yes

Opening Times & Facilities

Opening Times
Opening Times
DayOpening TimeClosing Time
Monday 09:00 12:00
Tuesday 09:00 12:00
Wednesday 09:00 12:00
Thursday 09:00 12:00
Friday 09:00 12:00
Facilities
Dressing up
Messy Play
Books
Quiet/Sleeping Area
Secure Outdoor Play Area
Organised Outings

School Pickups

Offers pickups
No

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
307137
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
29/03/2006IntegratedSatisfactory
13/05/2009Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
19/11/2014Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
26/04/2018Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
20/10/2022Inspection (Early Years Register)Inadequate
19/04/2023Re-inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Local Offer

Description

Elm Road Pre-school supports transitions from home to pre-school by having open days for parent/child to gain an insight into the setting.

We support transitions into school by inviting these schools into our setting prior to the children moving up.

All children are allocated a key-worker who will complete an initial assessment when each child has been with us for a period of time.  Each term, on going observations are recorded, this will highlight any concerns that may arise with the child’s development.  Staff are always available to discuss any concerns parents may have.

We support all children’s individual needs and where necessary will give one to one support to build on what the child already knows, with the support of the designated SENCO.

All Parents have a daily opportunity to speak to a member of staff or setting manager to discuss any issues they may have.  Twice a year parents are invited to attend a child review where they can look through their child’s work folder and discuss their child’s progress, any concerns will be developed into an action plan.

All staff have a full knowledge of the EYFS framework.  Attendance on external training courses is encouraged.  In house training/sharing good practice, on a regular basis.  We also have a designated SENCO.

We have had experience of working with outside agencies when required.

Contact Name
Jill Weal / Karen Simmons
Contact Telephone
07780830464
Contact Email
Elmroadpreschool@hotmail.co.uk
Local Offer Age Bands
Early Years (0-4 years)