Learning Through Play
“Brize Norton Preschool offers a stimulating and enriching, home from home environment that perfectly suits the younger children right up to the older school learning children. My daughter loves being dropped off here and has made lots of friends, both children and adults! A magical preschool”
Children learn about themselves and the world around them through play. At Brize Norton Village Preschool your child’s play is supported and extended in a friendly and caring environment. In line with Early Years Foundation Stage guidance, Brize Norton Village Preschool offers continuous provision of these areas of learning:
- Construction
- Books / Reading Area
- Malleable Area
- Paint and Graphics Area
- Sand Play
- Music and Sound making
- Mathematics Area
- Collage and Modelling
- Water Play
- Writing and Mark-Making
- CT (information technology)
We do lots of cooking and baking at preschool. We grow vegetables and fruit on our allotment and use them for cookery
Our secure garden area provides each child with lots of opportunities for exploring and learning. There are areas for activities and experiences that every child will enjoy, planned around the above areas of learning and the interests of each child. In conjunction with the children’s own exploration and play, adult-led focused activities are planned on a weekly basis. These activities enhance the continuous provision of the areas of learning and ensure that every child’s individual interests and learning needs are met.
“It’s like a big family and all the children are happy and comfortable”
Ofsted Registration
Brize Norton Village Preschool is proudly registered with Ofsted for a maximum of 32 children per session; however, we reserve the right to limit this for the benefit of the children. This registration ensures that we meet all statutory requirements for early years education, safeguarding, welfare, and learning environments. Although we are permitted up to 32 children, we regularly operate with higher-than-required adult-to-child ratios, reflecting our commitment to providing exceptional care, personalised attention, and a calm, nurturing learning environment.
Our most recent Ofsted inspection, carried out in May 2023, resulted in a ‘Good’ grading. This outcome reflects the dedication, experience, and child-centred practice of our staff team. Inspectors recognised the high-quality learning experiences we offer, the strength of our safeguarding culture, and the meaningful relationships we build with children and families.
We continually strive not just to maintain this standard, but to exceed it—through ongoing professional development, reflective practice, and a curriculum that supports children’s curiosity, independence, and wellbeing. Our Ofsted rating is something we are proud of, but it also motivates us to keep evolving, improving, and ensuring that every child has the best possible start to their learning journey