Fun, play, friendship and happiness are the core qualities at this community playgroup.
ABOUT US
St. Mary’s playgroup has been part of the Charlton Kings community for over 40 years, originally at St. Mary’s church hall and now at the Brotherhood Hall.
The spacious hall is very well equipped with plenty of room for varied activities such as water and sand play, construction, table-top activities, plus a large home corner. The playgroup also has a large outdoor play area equipped with a slide, ride-on toys and even a small area to grow things.
There is a warm friendly atmosphere with very experienced staff. In June 2006 St. Mary’s received a very good OFSTED report praising many aspects of the provision we offer.
Read the OFSTED report (Ref: 101598) in full at:
http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/oxcare_reports/display/(id)/1459
Our Aims
1. To create a happy and secure environment in which your child can explore, play and learn.
2. To promote consideration and respect for others.
3. To improve and develop listening, language, mathematical, personal and social, physical and practical skills.
4. To improve your child’s ability to concentrate on a given task.
5. To help your child become socially aware and behave acceptably in a group setting.
6. To encourage your child to understand, remember and obey simple instructions.
7. To encourage your child to become independent, e.g. to put on their own coat/shoes and use simple tools with confidence.
Arranging a Visit
To see St. Mary’s Playgroup for yourself and discuss your child’s needs, please telephone Sally Hayman, the playgroup manager, on 01242 260080 between 10 am and 12 noon to arrange a visit.