Our Story and Commitment
For over half a century, Haylands Preschool has been a cherished and trusted part of the Portland community. We are incredibly proud of our long history and our unwavering commitment to high-quality early education. Our primary goal is to provide a safe, friendly, and deeply caring environment where every child can grow, learn, and flourish.
Our Nurturing Ethos: Learning Through Purpose
Our ethos is centered on providing a vibrant, fun, and inclusive learning environment that inspires a natural curiosity in all children. We achieve this by:
- Well-Planned Activities: Providing purposeful, stimulating activities that engage your child in the learning process.
- Holistic Development: Offering a variety of balanced experiences to help develop your child’s individual skills and encourage positive social integration.
- EYFS Excellence: Following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to ensure every child makes excellent progress and is fully prepared for their transition to Primary School.We see ourselves as a valuable step between home and school. We are committed to working closely with you, the parents and carers, to support your child’s unique development every step of the way.
Seamless Transition to School
We maintain a close relationship and strong links with St. George’s Primary School, which ensures a smooth and confident start for your child as they move to ‘big school.’