Tel: 07444 421917

Play. Learn. Grow.

Welcome to Hermitage Pre-school - a place for children to play, learn and grow.

We aim to provide a welcoming, calm and enriched environment for 2-5 year olds. We want all children to feel happy, safe and empowered to learn.

We have a great team of highly professional staff who are fun and friendly.

Each child will have their own key worker, which benefits the child, the parents, the staff and the setting. It encourages secure relationships which support children to thrive, gives parents confidence and makes the setting a happy place to attend or work in.

We look forward to welcoming you and your child.

"A fantastic preschool! Two of my daughter's have been/currently at and absolutely love it. My third daughter will certainly be going here when she is old enough too. Friendly staff, lovely location & very happy children. I would certainly recommend it to anyone."

Safeguarding Statement

Our setting will work with children, parents and the community to ensure the rights and safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where appropriate, along with other relevant employment checks.  

Our Safeguarding Policy is based on the three key commitments of the Early years Alliance Safeguarding Children Policy.

"What a fab preschool, my son enjoyed going here, the staff are lovely and made the experience of letting my first child go after 3 years of SAHM a lot easier for me. They make use of the woods and parks and surrounding areas which is lovely to involve so much outdoor play. They’re a great team."

Opening Hours

We are open during term time only.

Monday - Friday for morning sessions:

9.15am - 1.15pm

Full Day sessions oyn  Monday -Friday

9.15 - 3.00pm


Ofsted Inspection Report 2024

"The curriculum is ambitious for every child . Staff use their comprehensive knowledge and understanding of each child's development to hep them make good progress" 

"Staff have  a caring approach. They skillfully adapt their communication and interaction to meet children's individual emotional needs and develop their social skills . They build close bonds with the children and support them to interact with others and form friendships"


We are an OFSTED  GOOD provider.

Term Dates 2025/26

Autumn Term 1

Monday 8th September - Friday 24th October 2024 - 34 days

Autumn Term 2

Monday 3rd November – Tuedsay 17th December  33 days

Spring Term 1 

Monday 5th January – Friday 13th February  30 days

Spring Term 2

Monday 23rd February – Friday 27 March (1.15 finish)  25 days

Summer Term 1

Monday 13th April  – Friday 22nd May  30 days

Summer Term 2

Monday 1st June – Wednesday 22nd July  38 days

190 days


Contact Us

If you would like to find out more about our Pre-school, or wish to enquire about enrolling your child, please feel free to get in touch. A member of our team will get in touch as soon as possible.
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