Welcome

Little Jesters is the on site preschool which offers a safe, secure and welcoming learning environment. Our preschool provides care for children aged 2 years 9 months to 4 years old. We are very much part of the wider school, with our own building set into the heart of the playground. We are lucky enough to benefit from the wonderful resources that surround us, including the large playing field, school library bus, outdoor swimming pool and mature woods.

Our staff are also very much part of the school team and work closely with the Reception teacher and other professionals to provide a high quality setting that meets the needs of all children and their families. Our aim is that the children in Little Jesters transfer into school with confidence and excitement about the next stage of their learning journey.

The inside learning environment is bright and welcoming with the outside area also providing a range of learning opportunities that are engaging and accessible for all children at any time during the day. Our wider school facilities promote high standards whilst being a place where children can be safe and secure as they develop their independence.

Little Jesters families can benefit from having access to the excellent wrap-around care currently provided in school (Limited spaces). The school's onsite kitchen provides nutritious hot meals each lunch time, which can be purchased for Little Jesters children. 

Admission Fees - Children aged 3 years and over: £6.00 per hour

                               Children aged 2 years and 9 months to under 3: £6.50 per hour

Government Funding - We accept eligible government-funded childcare entitlements. Parents wishing to claim funded hours must complete the relvant funding forms before their child's start date to ensure funding is applied correctly.

Opening Hours  9am - 3pm (Early drop off available between 8:45 - 8:55)

Wrap Around Care available for Pre schoool chidlren. Contact admin@bps.cbat.academy To find out more information.

*ALLOCATION for 2026-2027 has been completed.*  Please email littlejesters@bps.cbat.academy to be added to our waiting list. 

Intake for  2027/28 -  Waiting list for September 2027 – Fill in form

Contact: If you would like more information on Little Jesters, or need to contact the Preschool, please phone 01453 810254 or email Littlejesters@bps.cbat.academy

Useful Links

• www.ofsted.gov.uk –  Office for Standards in Education