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What is a pre-school?

Pre-Schools have to meet the same Ofsted standards as all other registered settings and provide care and education to meet the needs of all children.

Important facts and things to consider:

• they usually offer half day sessions, term time only, although some may offer extended hours
• may be held in a community building and places may be limited
• will be registered with Ofsted
• they may also offer before and after school childcare and holiday care for school aged children
• can accommodate large groups of children
• most pre-schools offer Nursery Education Funded places