Great Chart and Singleton Preschool

That's us finished for the academic year. Thank you to all our lovely parents and carers for your support. We wish you all a very Happy Summer Break and look forward to see our returners and new children in September. We wish all
our leavers the very best of luck not only in their new schools but for the future. We are pleased you chose us to be there at the start of your children's educational journey. We have loved having them😍 Love Michelle, Jane , Marie , Lucy , Tracy (admin) Tash, Lisa, Charlotte , Kez , Rachel and Susanna 🥰

This week we've welcomed a student from the North School for two weeks of work experience, they've already been a huge hit with the children and they have spent time supporting all the children in our setting . 🤩

Some of our parents with older children may be interested in this

FREE🎵 DA BASE MUSIC LAB 🎵FREE

Got a passion for music? Want to learn new skills, make friends and get creative?

Join DA BASE Music Lab during the Summer holidays – a fun, welcoming space for young people aged 11–18 to explore music, develop confidence and unleash their creativity.
Book your place today and see what you can create!

This may be of interest to some of our families

🌿 Ashford residents – this one's just for you! 💚

Have you ever wanted to explore the beautiful gardens Godinton House And Gardens? Now's your chance!

If you live in the TN23 or TN24 postcode area, you can enjoy FREE entry to the stunning Godinton House & Gardens on Sunday 19 July as part of the July Jamboree.

✨ Wander through 12 acres of breathtaking gardens, discover the Italian Garden, Rose Garden, Walled Garden, wildflower meadow and peaceful ponds, then relax with a picnic on the lawn while the children enjoy family games and the summer garden trail.

🍦 Treat yourself to coffee from Café2U, delicious refreshments from The Petite Retreat, and a Tonibell ice cream as you make a day of it.

🎟️ Free tickets are limited, so book online now. Each household can reserve up to 4 tickets, with entry available at 12.30pm or 3pm.

📍 Don't forget to bring proof of your TN23 or TN24 address on the day (such as a driving licence or utility bill).

This special community day is all about giving local people the chance to discover one of Ashford's hidden gems. Whether it's your first visit or your favourite place to unwind, this is an offer not to miss!

🌸 Pack a picnic, bring your loved ones, and create some wonderful summer memories together!

Tickets can be booked via link in bio 👇

Our leavers show is next Friday 17th July ( only for children going to school Sept 2026 ) Children need to arrive at 12.15pm ( if your child attends Friday morning you do need to collect at 12.00 and hold on to them.) The time is earlier than usual to accommodate parents who need to collect children from Great Chart. If you haven't purchased your ticket yet and would like some please email the preschool. Tickets are £2 each and there is no limit. Payment by Bacs if possible please. Any questions please ask 🤩

Something to be aware of this summer. We do know of a child that had a product with these ingredients in ( Not at preschool ) who had a very bad reaction so please be aware

Iced treats in the freezer? Here is a quick label check for parents this summer!

Did you know that some sugar-free iced treats contain an ingredient called glycerol (also listed as E422)?

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) recently updated its guidance, advising that frozen products containing glycerol shouldn’t be given to children aged 4 and under, and should be enjoyed only in moderation by kids aged 5 to 10.

In treats like freeze pops or slushies, sugar naturally keeps the ice soft enough to bite. In "Zero Sugar" versions, glycerol is often used to do that job instead. Despite glycerol being typically low in toxicity, there are concerns about its impact on young children when consumed in large amounts over a short period.

How to quickly check your freezer treats:

Flip the box over and scan the ingredients for "Glycerol" or "E422". If it's there, save those ones for the older kids or grown-ups!

No need to panic, it’s just a great habit to check the back of the packet rather than assuming sugar-free is always the best choice for toddlers!

Update on children's photos: Unfortunately our photographer has had a number of family issues and the photos will not be sent out until WC 20th July. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, if you have any questions please ask

After the rain we nipped out for a breath of fresh air, the children were fascinated by the snails popping into their shells and when we stood very still and were quiet we saw a few slither along.