Welcome to St.Matthew's Playgroup
We offer a safe and welcoming environment where children are encouraged to learn through play and make friends.
Our children benefit from excellent early years education within our spacious environment.
At St Matthew's, we work closely with parents to promote positive attitudes towards learning as well as to support opportunities for social, emotional and personal development. We provide a freely structured environment for learning through play and a range of stimulating activities to develop confidence and encourage cooperation. All children are valued equally at St Matthew's Playgroup.
OFSTED Inspection September 2022
Children thrive in the care of the highly nurturing staff at the playgroup. They grow in confidence and settle quickly.
Children form strong bonds with staff, who are positive role models. Staff skilfully help children to learn the 'golden rules' at the playgroup, which is demonstrated in children's good behaviour and kindness.
Meet the Team
We are a dedicated team with a combined service of 30 years in early years and work together to provide a caring, fun and equal opportunities environment where children can learn through many play activities and experiences.
Funding
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Free government funding is available for all children, starting the term after their third birthday, this covers a total of 15 hours per week,
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30 hour funding is available for all pre-school children that meet the criteria set out on the GOV.uk website and must be applied for by parents.
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30-hour funding is now available for eligible 2 year olds.
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funding for 2 year olds, achieving 2-year-olds (A2YO) is also accepted, information can be found on the Family Information Service website
Our Sessions
Monday- Three and Four Years: 9am-3pm
Two Years: 9am-12pm
Tuesday- Pre School Children Only: 9am-3pm
Wednesday- Two and Three Years:- 9am-12pm
Thursday- Three and Four Years: 9am-3pm
Two Years:- 9am-12pm,
Friday - Mixed Group - 9am-12pm
These sessions may change on an annual basis according to numbers.
We charge £5.50 per hour for our sessions.
Payment is made via BACS and are invoiced on a termly basis.
Contact us
Address:
St Matthew's Playgroup,
St Matthew's Church Hall,
Church Rd,
Stroud,
England,
United Kingdom,
GL5 4JE
Tel: 01453 756057
Email: stmatthews.playgroup@gmail.com