Introduction

Nutkins is a community business, “not for profit” Ltd by guarantee. It is run by a Board of Directors, comprising staff members, community workers and parents.

The atmosphere is very friendly, the staff are all good friends, and are all parents themselves. Most of the staff’s children attended Nutkins in the past. The staff, and the Directors, are dedicated to providing an excellent childcare setting.

Outings & visits

Nutkins is situated opposite Central Park; this is the scene of the annual sports day, which starts with a picnic. It also witnesses the pancake race, with both children and parents encouraged to take part.

There are mud hunts, treasure hunts, visits to the allotments and nature trails. The changing seasons can be witnessed by the children.

The adult / child ratio on outings is 1:2 to enable activities to happen.

Where to find us

Nutkins Pre-School is situated in a residential part of Plymouth opposite Central Park. It is within the complex of Hope Baptist church in Peverell Park Road; situated close to a local shopping area, health surgery and library. Click to enlarge map

Aims & objectives

To advance the education of pre-school children under the statutory school age including children with “special needs”, and enhance their development and welfare by providing a safe, secure and stimulating environment. To benefit the local community, by providing support, services and activities children & their parents through a not for profit organisation.

Opening times

Monday - Friday. Morning session 9.00a.m.-11.30a.m.
Monday - Friday. Lunch club 11.30a.m.-12.15p.m.
Monday - Friday. Afternoon session 12.15p.m.-14.45p.m.
The children are aged from 3 years to school age, with limited spaces for 2 year olds. Registration is for 26 children per session.

Fees

Government funding is available for 38 weeks of each year divided into 3 terms, in the term following the 3rd birthday. This provides a maximum of 15 hours per week, free. A funding form for each term needs to be completed, stating the number of sessions required. A child can attend more than 1 setting with funding at both, provided the total number of hours does not exceed 15. An additional session for a funded child is £9.50 per session and the cost for the unfunded child is £9.50 per session.

Parent partnership

Parents are encouraged to stay with their child until that child has “settled”. This is for a period of up to 4 weeks for the 2 year olds, or at the discretion of the staff.

There is a “parent rota” for those that would like to actively give “hands on” help.

There is a “parents evening”, once a year; but parents can come and talk over an “issue” or “concern” at any time. Parental help is required for outings and visits to enable the correct child/adult ratio for the event to take place. Parents have taken up the opportunity to attend college, to study childcare, and have their placement at Nutkins.

Parents are encouraged to join the “fund raising” committee to support the work at Nutkins, to widen their social circle, to benefit from learning/improving skills.