Welcome to The Hollies Pre-School website....

Our aim at the Hollies Pre-School in Poynton, Cheshire is to provide a safe and happy environment where children can grow and learn under the guidance and supervision of our dedicated and caring staff.  We hope to fulfil their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs, whilst showing them kindness, consistent discipline and encouragement in a happy and informal setting.

Over 100 photos in our galleries - including new photos of children and activities, a visit from Gerry Hambridge and a lesson in road safety. In the archive there's photos from a fire engine visit, making mud huts and hands of friendship for Uganda.

Spring Term 2012
A full list of our weekly topics and what the children will be learning can be found on our activities page.

** New Nativity Photos**
Take a look at some photographs from our 2011 nativity productions by clicking here.

Gerry Hambridge's October visit - new photos
In the week starting 10th October we did some art and crafts based on Uganda and Gerry came in to talk about the children at St Lawrence Nursery & Primary School, in Kamuli. Click here to find out more details about Gerry's next trip to Africa and click here to see photos of her recent visit to the Hollies. There are more Kamuli related photos to see here.

Booking for February half term Holiday Club
You can download the booking form at the bottom of the registration page.

Booking for the September 2011-2012 Academic Year
Please contact Liz Taylor to discuss bookings for this academic year

Booking for the September 2012-2013 Academic Year
Bookings for September 2012-2013 academic year will take place around April 2012. All parents of registered children will be sent an email or letter informing them when the booking forms will be sent out. If you are interested in your child starting in this academic year, they need to be registered before April 2012.

Forms for both the Pre-School, the Before and After School Care and details of the Government Free Early Education Funding Entitlement can be found on our registration page.

Fire Engine Visit
The children met firemen, learned how to use a fire hose and sit in a fire engine. Click here to view photos.

St Lawrence Nursery - Uganda
Click here to see photos of one of Gerry Hambridge's recent visits to the nursery including children making their 'hands of friendship' to send to the Hollies.

Fundraising Team
The Hollies is run by a voluntary committee which meets every term to discuss administrative and fundraising issues. If you feel you would like to offer your time (every little helps!) Please contact Liz to find out how you can help.

Gate Security
After a review of security for the perimeter fence there is a new entrance procedure. Please see the letters page here for more details.

Testimonials**
"Thank you so, so much for everything you have done for our children over the last one and a half years. They have enjoyed every minute and I know that is because you have made every day so interesting for them. I really appreciate you tailoring your activities to suit their interests, (i.e. Jacob's interest in dinosaurs and animals). You have created such a warm and loving environment and I would recommend Hollies to everyone. Many, many thanks xx."

"Thank you so much for all that you have done for our son since last September. He has come on leaps and bounds, from the little boy you cried when I first left him, to the happy more confident little boy that he is now. This is thanks to the encouragement and support you have given to him and we are very grateful to you all. Look forward to seeing you all again when our daughter comes to the Hollies. Many thanks xxxxx"

** Names have been removed to ensure confidentiality.