Our Aims, Focus and Facilities
Goslings Playgroup is a committee-run preschool playgroup for children from 2 years of age in Hitchin.
Founded in 1991, Goslings Playgroup originally opened in St. Ippolyts Village Hall. In 1993 we moved to our current location; a purpose-built building located within the grounds of Whitehill Junior School, Hitchin, Hertfordshire.
Goslings Playgroup are Ofsted registered and are able to accept 26 children at the playgroup at any one time. We have an experienced team of staff and the majority hold appropriate early years qualifications. Our adult-to-child ratio allows generous care and attention to be given to all children.
Goslings Playgroup aim to provide your child with a happy and caring environment that enables your child to learn through play:
Play
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Children are here to learn through play and “hands-on” experiences
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Children are encouraged to be involved in all aspects of Goslings Playgroup
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Children are encouraged to explore, experiment and investigate
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Children are encouraged to gain the skills that help them become independent
Your Child
We aim to ensure that each child:
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Is in a safe and stimulating environment
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Is given generous care and attention through the ratio of qualified staff to children
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Has the opportunity to play, work and learn with other children and adults
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Is helped to progress their learning and development by building on their existing abilities
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Has a personal key worker who learns and appreciates their individual needs and abilities
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Is helped by their key worker to make good social and educational progress
