Dodleston Preschool

Dodleston Preschool Dodleston Pre-School is situated in the lovely rural village of Dodleston, Chester. We are open 4 sessions a week for children aged 2 to 4 years.

We believe in play that fosters learning and are a predominantly outdoor setting, with lots of lovely outdoor space for the children to thrive in! We offer mornings, afternoons and full days. We offer funded places for 2, 3 and 4 year olds who live in England and Wales. In the Winter months, we offer free-flow access to the outdoors which means that children can choose to play inside or out, whene

ver they choose to. In the Autumn, Spring and Summer months our play is entirely outdoors! (except in severe weather)
Highly experienced and qualified staff including Early Years Teacher who know every single child. Ethos of child led play, we recognise the uniqueness of every child and follow their interests in the moment so that children become curious, independent learners.

Meet our new pre-school, manager, Kerrie! We're so excited that Kerrie will be starting when we return on the 2nd Septem...
26/08/2026

Meet our new pre-school, manager, Kerrie!

We're so excited that Kerrie will be starting when we return on the 2nd September, working alongside Laura for the first week and getting to know all of our wonderful families. Here's her introduction to you all:

Hello, I’m Kerrie! I have lived in Chester for the past 10 years, having moved here from Horsham with my husband. We have two wonderful children, a nine-year-old son and a five-year-old daughter.

I have worked in childcare for over 20 years and have always been passionate about creating a safe, nurturing and loving “home-from-home” environment where children feel happy, secure and valued. I believe that children learn best when they feel confident, supported and able to have fun while exploring the world around them.

My son has additional needs, and supporting him has given me a deeper understanding of inclusion, patience and the importance of adapting learning and care to meet each child’s individual needs. This personal experience has strengthened my professional practice and reinforced my commitment to ensuring that every child feels included, understood and supported to reach their full potential.

One of the aspects of early years education I enjoy most is spending time outdoors with children. I love creating exciting, hands-on experiences that encourage curiosity, exploration and confidence, while supporting children’s learning and development through play. Whether we are discovering nature, getting creative or simply enjoying time together, I believe there are endless opportunities for children to learn through everyday experiences.

I’m really looking forward to joining the preschool team and can’t wait to get to know the children and families. I’m excited for the experiences, learning and fun we will share together and to become part of such a special team.

Words from Chris-I’m raising funds to support Dodleston Pre-School, an amazing local charity that provides a safe, nurtu...
14/07/2026

Words from Chris-
I’m raising funds to support Dodleston Pre-School, an amazing local charity that provides a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment for young children to learn, play and grow.

As a parent of 2 girls who have (1 still is) attended the pre-school, I’ve seen first-hand the incredible work the team does for the children and wider community.

Like many community-run charities, resources are limited, and we want to help ensure the children have access to the best possible environment and equipment.

The funds raised will go toward new equipment and improvements to the outdoor play area, helping create a more engaging, stimulating and enjoyable space for the children. Outdoor play is such an important part of early development, supporting confidence, creativity, social skills and physical activity, these improvements will make a real difference to both current and future children attending the pre-school.

To help raise money, I’ll be taking on the ultrachallenge.com⁠ — completing a 100km walk over 2 days across the Gower Peninsula in South Wales.

Any support, no matter how small, would be hugely appreciated. Thank you for helping us support such an important part of our local community!

💜💜 Thanks so much for doing this to support our lovely little Preschool 💜💜💜

https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-little-learners-thrive-at-dodleston-preschool?utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&utm_content=&ts=1784038646968

Could you be our new pre-school manager? 👋We're looking for a caring and passionate pre-school manager who has Early Yea...
26/06/2026

Could you be our new pre-school manager? 👋

We're looking for a caring and passionate pre-school manager who has Early Years' experience to take the reins at our wonderful village pre-school 🌿🦋🛝

Based in the heart of Dodleston, we're in a community that truly cares about the future generation and we offer the most incredible, beautiful, nurturing and inspiring space for children to grow and thrive before they head off to school.

If you think you're just the right fit, then you can message us or email [email protected]

12/06/2026

Today’s recipe:
🔮 Pipettes
🔮 Funnels
🔮 Glitter
🔮 Nature treasures
🔮 Coloured water
🔮 And a whole lot of imagination.

Our potion lab was buzzing as the children created mixtures to turn the Purple Ladies into a sparkly butterfly or a frog. We’re keeping a close eye on ourselves… just in case the magic works ✨🐸🦋

03/06/2026

A big adventure for our preschoolers today. We walked to the parish field to repair the bug hotel, and what amazing teamwork we saw.

After rebuilding the structure with pallets and bricks, we headed back to collect cosy materials for our tiny visitors. We can’t wait to return on Friday to complete the project.

🐛🦗🪱 🦋🐞🕷️

Our annual Spring Fest is BACK at Dodleston Village Hall on 22nd May!We're so excited to welcome anyone and everyone to ...
14/05/2026

Our annual Spring Fest is BACK at Dodleston Village Hall on 22nd May!

We're so excited to welcome anyone and everyone to our family-friendly spring disco! 🥳

Show off your moves on the dance floor, grab a treat from our tuck shop and cake stall, or embrace the festival vibe and get your face painted!

🪩 The party starts at 6pm
🎫 Entry is £3 per person (under 2s go free!)
🌭 You get a FREE hotdog with your entry fee
🥤 Drinks for kids and alcoholic drinks for adults will be available at the bar
💌 A raffle will be held at the end of the night!

This annual disco is a wonderful fundraiser for us and allows us to continue to make pre-school the best place for the local children.

No tickets required, just pay on the door! We'd absolutely love to see you there 💃🕺

Looking for a nature-loving pre-school near Chester? 🌱🪻🌻Dodleston Pre-School could be the perfect fit for your child! We...
13/05/2026

Looking for a nature-loving pre-school near Chester? 🌱🪻🌻

Dodleston Pre-School could be the perfect fit for your child!

We’re a close-knit village pre-school, where every child is truly cared for and understood so they can thrive at their own pace and explore the world through play.

📍 Easy access from North Wales and Chester
🪙 Funded places available
🏡 Nurturing village setting with plenty of outdoor space
🧒 For ages 2 to school age

We're around 15 minutes outside of Chester, just 5 minutes from 'The Hare' roundabout on Rough Hill and near to Pulford.

We'd love to show you round our homely pre-school! Message us on Facebook or email [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you to book in a visit! 💜💛

12/05/2026

A morning walk around Dodleston turned into a full adventure 🌳🌱🛝⛅

Climbing stiles, balancing on beams, wading through long grass, recognising trees, chatting, laughing, and finishing with a play at the park.

Childhood at its best.

22/04/2026

Our children have been carefully nurturing these tomato plants from tiny seeds-giving them water, sunlight, and lots of curiosity. Today they proudly potted them up to take home, supporting EYFS learning in understanding the world, growth and change, and developing independence 🍅🌱✨

17/03/2026

In the mud kitchen, every scoop, splash, and squish becomes a story only they could create...

Watch the magic unfold ✨

Address

Dodleston Village Hall, Pulford Lane
Dodleston
CH49NN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3:15pm
Tuesday 9am - 3:15pm
Wednesday 9am - 1am
Friday 9am - 3:15pm

Telephone

+441244661611

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