We are a registered charity, run by a committee of volunteers.
In addition to the staff, the Kindergarten is run by an elected committee of volunteer parents, who, in consultation with staff, are responsible for all major decision-making.
Welcoming children from the age of 2 years, Horsmonden Kindergarten aims to provide a caring, secure, stimulating and happy environment where children can learn to interact with other children and adults on what might be their first venture away from home.
Stimulating play activities help them learn to make friends, develop social skills and enable them to achieve their full potential. We feel that when children are relaxed, safe, valued and having fun it builds their confidence and develops independence making them happier to learn and of course paving the way for their move to school.
Our aim is:
The Kindergarten is inspected regularly by Ofsted to assess the quality of its provision.
A full copy of the most recent report can be obtained by speaking to a member of the committee or staff or by visiting Ofsted's website.
In addition to the staff, the Kindergarten is run by an elected committee of volunteer parents, who, in consultation with staff, are responsible for all major decision-making.
New members are always welcome, as is any help with fundraising and other events throughout the year.
Without the commitment and support of all our parents, the Kindergarten could no longer continue to flourish.
Stimulating activities are organised on both a weekly and daily basis and at all times being respectful of your wishes and your privacy.
Supervisor and Deputy Safeguarding Lead. Tina started working at Horsmonden Kindergarten in June 1999. Tina qualified with a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies. Tina is interested in supporting and analysing well-being and involvement within the setting. Outdoor exploring and learning is important for children’s well-being and involvement and progression in all areas of learning.
Supervisor and Designated Safeguarding Lead. Sarah started working at Horsmonden Kindergarten in April 2007. Sarah is interested in supporting behavior management within the Kindergarten. Sarah also looks at how the children’s development and progress are made through the “Progress Tracker”.
Business Manager - Becky qualified with a CACHE level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce in June 2016. Becky has been involved with Horsmonden Kindergarten since 2014 when her first child attended. Becky was heavy involved with our parents committee before she took over the role as our Administrator. With Becky’s experience of being on our parent committee and her understanding of early years puts her in a perfect position be the Business manager.
Qualified Childcare Practitioner and Deputy SENCO. Hayley started working at Horsmonden Kindergarten in Sept 2014. Hayley qualified with a Foundation Degree in Supporting Teaching and Learning. Hayley is qualified with a foundation stage of Makaton which helps her in her SENCO role supporting children with additional speech needs.
Qualified Childcare Practitioner. Amy started working at Horsmonden Kindergarten in April 2015. Amy was inspired to study for her qualification after her son attended Kndergarten and loves encouraging confidence and development through play with the children. Amy really enjoys being part of a great team and working in a fantastic environment that supports every child’s needs
Qualified Childcare Practitioner. Claire was heavily involved on the parent committee, while doing this she fell in love with the place. Claire achieved her qualification whist working at Kindergarten, she really enjoys working alongside the children supporting them to reach their personal development goals, and feels the Kindergarten is a wonderful place to achieve this.
Gemma joined the Kindergarten team in April. She has settled in really well and has enjoyed getting to know all the children. Gemma enjoys doing different activities along side the children from craft to cooking.