About Us

  
Play Start is a playgroup for pre-school children where every child is encouraged to develop social, physical and learning skills.

Sessions last 2½ hours from 9.15am and include a range of activities. We offer an optional lunch club from 12-12.30pm. To find out more visit our Typical Session page.  


Accreditation
Play Start is an Ofsted registered organisation. Our sessions are planned in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. Play Start is also registered with the Pre-School Learning Alliance and follows their policies and guidelines on good practice.  


Charitable status
Play Start is a registered charity and as such we welcome any donations or help with fundraising activities. Funds raised help us to buy equipment and meet running costs.   


Early Years Education Funding 
We offer three and four year olds funded sessions. Your child becomes eligible for their free Government Early Years Education Funded place from the start of the school term after their third birthday. For more information about the scheme please visit www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/Preschooldevelopmentandlearning/NurseriesPlaygroupsReceptionClasses


Committee
Play Start is run by committee. Members are made up from parents and staff who have volunteered to support the group. The committee meets once a month during term time. Any suggestions and feedback are welcome.  


Staff
All our staff are experienced and are committed to providing a nurturing environment. They are all regularly CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) checked and attend mandatory training. A qualified supervisor leads each session. To find out more visit our Staff page.  


Facilities
Play Start meets at Upper Basildon Village Hall and has excellent indoor and outdoor equipment. For more information visit our Facilities page.


Policies
To view our policies visit our Policies page.    


Information for parents
Download a copy of our Parent Information Book.





Play Start Group   Registered Charity 1002134   Pre-School Learning Alliance Member 9035    Ofsted URN 110748

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