Our Motto

Engage me,
Inspire me,
Teach me what to do.

Imagine with me,
Have fun with me,
Teach me something new.

Challenge me,
Trust me,
Give me time to play.

Empower me,
Cuddle me,
Make me smile all day.

Ethos

Our vision for children

Children are only little for such a short time, and we believe these early years should be filled with wonder, joy, and meaningful experiences. At our preschool, we support every child to discover their potential and grow into confident, capable individuals, ready for the transition to school.

We create a warm, enabling environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. Through play and exploration, they develop important life skills—learning to build friendships, express themselves, and make sense of the world around them.

Laughter, curiosity, and creativity are at the heart of each day. We encourage children to explore, take risks, and follow their interests, helping them to develop independence and a love of learning that will stay with them long beyond their time with us.

Most importantly, we want every child to leave us with happy memories, strong foundations, and the confidence to thrive in their next chapter.

Grow

We want to inspire children to embrace their individuality and grow into well-rounded, confident individuals.

Discover

Teaching children how to be critical thinkers, active learners and providing time to explore and discover.

Explore

There are so many things to explore in this wonderful world we live in. Children are supported to explore their:

Sustained Shared Thinking

“Sustained shared thinking” is described as an episode in which two or more individuals work together in an intellectual way to solve a problem, clarify a concept, evaluate activities, or extend a narrative. Both parties contribute to the thinking, and it develops and deepens understanding.
(Effective Provision of Pre-school Education Report)

At Whiteley Pre-school, we use sustained shared thinking as a key part of supporting children’s learning and creativity. Our educators engage alongside children in their play, asking open-ended questions and encouraging them to think more deeply.

You might hear phrases such as “I wonder what…” or “I wonder how…” as we explore ideas together, solve problems, and extend children’s thinking.

You can try this approach at home too. Using simple prompts like “I wonder…” can help your child reflect, explore possibilities, and develop their own ideas in a natural and meaningful way.

Whiteley Preschool

Our approach is child-centred, focusing on how children learn best through positive interactions with others, their environment, and the atmosphere around them.

At Whiteley Pre-School, we are inspired by a range of educational approaches. We create a calm, natural environment where children feel encouraged to play, explore, and express their creativity freely.

Every aspect of our setting is designed to foster a sense of enjoyment, curiosity, and belonging—helping each child feel confident, valued, and eager to learn.