Kirkby Malzeard Pre-School was established in 1995. With the help of grants, support from the local community and local businesses, and fundraising by the committee, the current Pre-School building was purchased and situated within the grounds of Kirkby Malzeard Primary School.

Kirkby Malzeard Pre-School is a registered charity (1049965) and is managed by a committee of parents and volunteers. 

We are passionate about the early years of our children’s development. This is such an important time in laying the foundation for our children’s learning and personal development.

We provide a secure and friendly environment in which our children can learn and develop through play. In doing so, we aim to make the childrens' early experiences of education both positive and appropriate to their needs.

Parent View:

“Both of our children thoroughly enjoyed pre-school and looked forward to going everyday. The staff are so friendly, welcoming and helpful. We love that there is so much to do both outside and inside to stimulate their learning and development. Our children both enjoyed messy and creative play in the sandpit, water bath, painting and crafting areas. They also love exploring the wildlife area. One especially likes the farm toys and one, the home corner. We would highly recommend Kirkby Malzeard Pre-school,”

- Parents 2019

"From the onset, the staff at Kirkby Malzeard Pre-School ensured our child settled into his new surroundings. Research and science supports the importance of the first 5 years of a child's life and at Kirkby Malzeard Pre-school, as parents, we always felt that the opportunities offered to our child, from outdoor learning, water play to crafts, art, food tech and reading (and much more!), offered a stimulating experience which has helped to develop an inquisitive nature and love of learning which he continues to take with him."

- Parents 2023

Here's what our most recent OFSTED report has shared:

"The committed and dedicated staff team are skilled at supporting children's play."

- OFSTED 2022

"Staff support children's communication & language development exceptionally well.”

- OFSTED 2022

”Children are extremely happy and settled in the pre-school.…Parents are exceptionally happy with the care their children receive.”

- OFSTED 2022