We accept 15 and 30 hour funded places - more information below
Before and After School care available - more information below
Applications now being accepted for Children from their 3rd Birthday
Pre-School
Welcome to St Joseph’s Pre-school
At St Josephs’ Early Years (Pre-school and Reception class) we recognise the importance of giving our children the best possible start to their education by planning and implementing teaching and learning opportunities that support them in reaching their full potential. We provide a fun and engaging curriculum, working with parents and families to prepare children well for Year One and beyond.
Please read our Early Years Curriculum Policy to find out all about children's learning at St Joseph's Early Years.
Opening Times
9.00am - 3.30pm - Term time only
Sessions
9.00am -1.00pm
1.00pm-3.30pm
St Joseph’s Pre-school is based
We always welcome parents and family to come and view our pre-school to see the wonderful environment and meet the staff. If you would like to visit please contact Pre School through email pre-school@stjosephslichfield.org.uk or by telephoning the school office 01543 263505.
Meet the Staff
Miss V Cartwright - Early Years Foundation Stage Lead (Pre-School and Reception) / Reception Class Teacher
Mrs O Cooper - Pre-School Supervisor- Cache Level 5 Diploma in leadership for children and young peoples workforce
Cache level 3 Diploma in children and young people- early learning pathway
Understanding Autism level 2
Understanding and managing Challenging behaviour level 2
University of Derby Understanding Autism and ADHD.
Mrs N Hollywood - Pre-School Practitioner ( with deputising duties) - Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early years and childcare
Mrs Liu - Preschool assistant - working towards Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early years and childcare
Mrs R Kilgallen-Pupil Welfare Support assistant Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early years and childcare
Miss S Shaw Pupil Welfare Support assistant
Mrs S Dutton - Pre-School Assistant and Lunchtime support.
All Staff have up to date safeguarding and Paediatric first aid training.
Governing body
Mrs P Lewis - Chair of Pre-School Committee
Mrs T Rowe - Vice Chair
Mrs D McLeary - Committee member
Mrs C Turnell - Committee member
Our Daily Routine
No matter rain or shine, we are always outside!
08.50 am Pre-school opens - self registration, Welcome, Rhyme time, story-time, time to talk, early reading skills
9.00am-11.15am Inside and outside learning through play
11.55am Get ready for Lunch
12-15pm- 1 .00pm Lunchtime
1.00pm Home time/arrival time along with Inside and outside learning through play
3.05pm-3.15pm Rhyme time, early reading skills, story-time, time to talk
3.15pm-3.20pm Children get their own bags and coats ready for home time
We regularly go on Nature Walks onto the around the school and onto big school field to explore the natural environment whilst having fun, for example making bird feeders, making wormeries, building fairy houses, playing games, developing our listening skills, observing changes in our environment throughout the seasons, discovering nature and exploring the trim-trail.
We have termly Planet Protector and Outdoor Classroom days to increase awareness of the environment and the world around us, discuss changes and what we can do to care for our planet.
We practise our P.E skills throughout the day as we encourage walking, running, climbing, throwing, catching, musical movement, riding bicycles and scooters, parachute games, playing games and acting out stories we have created with our friends.
We have lots of visitors at pre-school including Little Lingo - teaching us French, Packington Farm - to teach us all about animals and where our food comes from, The Farm on wheels to bring us lots of animals to meet, the PCSO, pops in frequently along with the firebrigade, Lolipop man and the Music bus.
Please keep an eye on the school calendar and Early Years Newsletter for upcoming events and dates for your diary.
Trips
We join up with Reception and the whole school for some trips, as well as going on our own within our local community to places such as -
The local Garrick Theatre for various shows throughout the year
Termly visits to the local Library
Local wildlife area
The local market and town shops
The local park
We invite parents to come along to help with these trips.
EXTRA CHARGES
We do our best to ensure that St Josephs Pre-school is affordable to all so please see our extra charges below.
We accept 15 and 30 hours funded places subject to availability- a full week is 32.5 hours per week and if you wish your child to attend for a full week the 2.5 hours will be chargeable at £5.50 per hour payable termly on Parentpay.
Extra sessions can be paid for at a cost of £5.50 per hour.
There is also a £10 per term contribution towards snack and consumables which is payable for all children.
We attend the local theatre once a year and the cost of the ticket should you wish your child to attend will be chargeable and details of the cost of this will be made available to you by October half term. We also have a Summer trip which we will endeavour to maintain below £10. You will be notified of this at least half a term in advance.
Parents can choose if they wish their child to have a school hot lunch or bring a lunchbox, with some children having a mixture. School hot lunches are currently chargeable at £2.40 per meal and these are payable at the point of ordering.
APPLY FOR A PLACE
To apply, please fill out an application form and either email it using the address below or post it to Pre-school. We will try to accommodate all applications; in the event that we are unable to accommodate your request we will advise you of any alternative we can offer or place you on the waiting list.
Should you have any questions please email or ring: pre-school@stjosephslichfield.org.uk / 01543 263505.
Pre-school has adopted the policies of the main school please see here for our policies
Contact us:
Cherry Orchard
Lichfield
WS14 9AN
Telephone Number - 01543 263505
email: pre-school@stjosephslichfield.org.uk for general enquiries
email: Preschooladmissions@stjosephslichfield.org.uk
Take a look at the fun we have!
Uniform
Please ensure your child attends Pre-school in clothes suitable for messy play as their day will be filled with lots of fun and we want them to feel comfortable.
Although not compulsory, Your child is welcome to wear a St Josephs polo shirt and St Josephs Jumper, we recommend this and these can be purchased from Uniforms Plus should you wish.
Fees
Our charging tariff for additional or unfunded hours are £5.50 per hour (or part thereof). Fees are invoiced termly and are payable through Parentpay.
A voluntary contribution to Snack and resources of £10 per term is also payable for children attending St Joseph's Pre-school, this contribution helps to cover the cost of providing healthy snacks and extra resources to support your child/ren's education. Snack Fee is paid via Parentpay.
You may also purchase a school meal for your child, please choose this for your little one on Parentpay.
There will also be additional fees for extra trips/events that your child maybe invited to take part in.
Please see our terms and conditions for more information.
Wrap Around Child Care
For Wrap around care we have a list of childminders who offer drop off and collection. . Please ask the pre-school supervisor for an up to date list.
15/ 30 hour Funded Sessions
St Josephs Pre-school accepts children under the 15 and 30 hours Government funded scheme. To find out if you are eligible please visit:
https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare
Development Matters - Non-statutory Curriculum Guidance 2021
Statutory Framework for the Early Years
