Willand Pre-School

At Willand Preschool we focus on creating a play based learning environment, in particular one that is child initiated. We believe that children should be free to explore and develop their interests at their own pace and in their own way, thus enhancing their development. We provide rich learning experiences through a wide range of toys, resources and activities in both our indoor and outdoor spaces, covering all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Learning and Development in the EYFS

There is guidance available on your childs leaning and development in the early years foundation stage.  Please click here to read. 

Early Years Funding for 2, 3 and 4 year olds

The government provides funding for 3 and 4 year old children and some 2 year olds to attend early years provision for up to 15 hours per week.

Eligible 3 and 4 year olds will be entitled to up to 30 hours per week.

Tapestry

All Preschool children attending Willand Preschool have a personal on-line Learning Journey which records photos, observations and comments, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, to build up a record of your child's experiences during their time with us.

By logging onto secure servers with a secure username and password you will be able to view all of your children's observations, photographs and even videos. Each Tapestry account has its own database and the code itself is devleoped using hack-resistant techniques. The benefits to yourselves from Tapestry being on-line means you will have secure access to your child's Learning Journey and, in addition to viewing our contributions, we encourage you to add to it by uploading photos and comments, or commenting on observations made by us.

Booking Forms

Please click on Latest News for booking forms for Out of Hours and also the Holiday Clubs.

Admission Forms
If you would like your child to attend our pre school please click here for a copy of our admission and booking forms for 3yr olds, please click here for a copy of for 2yr olds. Please complete and bring into the setting or email to us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  

School Dinners
If you would like your child to receive a school dinner that is supplied by Willand Primary School, please click for a copy of the menu.  The current price for a school dinner is £2.40.  Please email your childs requirements to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . 

We aim to provide your child with a caring, friendly, happy environment in which to play, learn and socialise. We have been established since 1965 and moved into the current building in 2007.

We offer after school care and breakfast club for children aged 2  to 11 years old. We also provide holiday clubs for all holidays excluding the Christmas break.

We are registered for preschool care from the ages of 2 for 38 weeks of the year. We work closely with the local primary school and have established strong links that enable us to prepare the children for starting school.

Please feel free to explore the website for more details.