A little bit about us.....
Little Gems Pre-School, previously known as Raynham Way Pre-School, are a committee run charity, founded in June 1984. We pride ourselves on our experienced staff and purpose built, well resourced setting.
We are located within the grounds of Wigmore Primary School in a purpose built, open plan building with a fabulous outside area. We provide the opportunity for your child to learn and develop in a friendly, caring environment with a wide range of activities.
We are registered to care for children aged 2 to 4 years 11 months and offer 15/30 hours funding for 3-4 year olds and 15 hours for 2 year old funded children. We also offer sessions for non-funded children, which are chargeable.
Little Gems are extremely proud to have been awarded "Good" by Ofsted during our December 2019 inspection. Click the following link to view our report https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY547634
Our Mission Statement, Vision & Curriculum
Little Gems recognise that each child is unique. We stimulate social, physical, emotional and intellectual development to allow children to grow as individuals, at their own pace.
Staff encourage children to think for themselves, make decisions and express their own ideas and feelings. We recognise that learning begins at home and work in partnership with parents to maintain a supportive environment for growth and development.
Our vision is to give each child a warm and safe environment that encourages the development of socialisation skills, independence and a positive self-image.
Session Times And Fees
Opening Times
Little Gems is open:
Monday - Friday
9:10am - 3:10pm
Term Time Only
Session Fees
Current Pricing
2 year olds £18.50 per session
3 and 4 year olds £18.00 per session
Lunch session: £3
School Meals: £2.50/day plus £3 for lunch session.
Session Times
9:10am - 12:10pm
AM Session
12:10pm - 12:40pm
Lunch Session
12:40pm - 3:10pm
PM Session
What we offer.......
Take a look at the services we offer below. If you have any questions, please click on the links below for further information, send us an email or feel free to give us a call for an informal, friendly chat.
2 Year Old
15 Hour Funded Places
If you meet certain qualifying criteria, you will be able to claim 15 hours free childcare for your two year old, from the term after they turn two.
Children learn through play. Having a free place in an exciting, enjoyable and secure environment could give your two year old the best possible start in life.
That's 15 hours a week of playing, painting, reading, climbing, singing, dancing, dressing up, building, gardening or whatever they like doing. Most of all, your child is learning!
That's also 15 hours a week for you - giving you the chance to work, take up some training, education or studying.
For more information on two year old funding please click on the link below to the Time For 2's website.
3-4 Year Old
15/30 Hour Funded Places
All 3-4 year olds in England can get 15 hours free childcare for 38 weeks of the year.
Some 3-4 year olds are eligible for 30 hours free childcare a week, if you meet the Government's criteria.
For working families in England with 3-4 year old children.
30 hours of free childcare for 38 weeks of the year from the term after your child's 3rd birthday.
A total of 1,140 hours per year, that you can use flexibly with one or more childcare providers.
You may have to pay for extra costs like meals, sundries or trips.
For more information on 30 hour funding please click on the Government website link below.
Non-Funded And Ad-Hoc Chargeable Sessions
