19/06/2022
Dear All
It was with great sadness that on Tuesday I had to announce to the staff and parents of Jack and Jill that the preschool would be closing its doors for good on Wednesday 20th July 2022
The preschool has been operating out of the All Saints Church Hall for nearly 40 years. Personally, I have been running Jack and Jill since 1998. During this time, I have seen many changes and have managed to find solutions with the support of Caroline for the numerous challenges that we have faced in recent years.
Unfortunately, the reality of the current situation is something neither of us can change. The continuing decline in the birth rate coupled with a shortfall in the government funding we receive for the 3- and 4-year-olds means the preschool is no longer financially viable.
It was with a very heavy heart that I made this decision. I love working with the children, helping them develop and getting them ready for the next stage in their education is so rewarding. Jack and Jill has been my life for 25 years and closing down will leave a huge void that will be very difficult to fill.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the Jack and Jill staff, past and present, who have helped so many Marlow children at the start of their educational journeys, and also many thanks to all you parents who have supported the preschool over the years.
My most sincere best wishes to you all.
Jane Langley