Welcome to Long Buckby Pre-School

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At Long Buckby Pre-School, we believe that children learn best when they are at the heart of their own learning journey. Our ethos centres around child-led learning, where we guide and support rather than direct, allowing each child to explore, discover, and grow at their own pace.

Learning Through Play, Nature, and Community

We facilitate learning through a wide range of engaging, open-ended activities both indoors and outdoors. The environment is our second classroom—we spend significant time outside, providing children with opportunities to connect with nature, develop physical skills, and build resilience.

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Every morning begins with 45 minutes of outdoor play, allowing children to release energy, explore freely, and prepare themselves mentally and emotionally for the day ahead.

We also recognise the immense value of community in a child’s development. By actively involving children in the local community, we help them develop core social and life skills, from confidence and communication to empathy and understanding the world around them. Weekly visits, events, and connections with local spaces and people help make learning meaningful and rooted in real life.

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Key Worker Approach and Smooth Transitions

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Every child is assigned a dedicated key worker, who builds a strong, supportive relationship with both the child and their family. This ensures a smooth flow of learning between home and the setting, helping each child to feel safe, confident, and understood.

As children approach the next step in their educational journey, we work closely with Long Buckby Primary School and other local schools. We liaise with Reception teachers to understand their expectations, ensuring that we are preparing each child with the skills, independence, and confidence they need to thrive in school.

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Special Sessions That Make Learning Memorable

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We offer weekly themed sessions that bring excitement and depth to the children's experiences:

• Muddy Mondays: Our Forest School-inspired session held at the local mount. Children immerse themselves in nature through exploration, problem-solving, and adventure.

• Woodwork Fridays: A hands-on session that introduces basic woodwork skills, encouraging creativity, focus, and practical skill-building in a safe and supervised environment.

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At Long Buckby Pre-School, we are proud to provide a nurturing, active, and inspiring environment where children are free to be themselves, lead their learning, and grow into confident, curious individuals.

We’re more than a pre-school – we’re a community, and we’re here to help your child take their first steps on a lifelong journey of learning.

 

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