Silkstone Pre-School Playgroup Ltd

Our focus is on providing high quality care and education through fun filled and enjoyable activities, in a safe and secure environment. We also actively promote healthy lifestyles, including nutrition and exercise. We were one of the first settings to achieve the Healthy Early Years Award (HEYA). As well as our own secure outdoor play area, we have direct access to and use of the Silkstone Primary School grounds and hall. All of our care and education is carried out by highly qualified and motivated staff, within the EYFS framework. Offering Full Day Care, Sessional Care, Wrap around Care, including pickup/drop off service to Silkstone Primary School, Silkstone Common J & and School and Holiday Club for children up to 11 years.

Silkstone Pre School Playgroup Ltd are pleased to announce that it has received National recognition for going above and beyond the minimum requirements in Paediatric First Aid, by being awarded the Millie’s Mark Gold Standard in Paediatric First Aid Accreditation.  To date there is no other setting with this Accreditation within a very wide radius. 

With its robust processes and documentation, the Pre School staff strive to keep children safe by minimising risks and accidents and giving parents that greater reassurance.  

Kathryn Goulding, Pre-School Manager, said: “I am very proud of the work and dedication that staff have put into this Accreditation and into their day to day care and education of all the children who attend the setting. It is testament to their professionalism and devotion to their work.  We are all absolutely thrilled to have been awarded Millie’s Mark."

Samantha Johnson, Chair of Committee, said “The staff strive to always go above and beyond and achieving Millie’s Mark shows how dedicated and enthusiastic staff are about their work and outcomes for the children. Kathryn Goulding, Manager, has done a fantastic job in leading the team through obtaining this achievement.  I speak on behalf of all Committee Members, stating how pleased we all are and what an achievement this is for Silkstone Pre School Playgroup. Well done to all staff”.