Welcome to Saffron Pre-school
Saffron Pre-school is an childcare service in Leicester. 
We offer 55 Ofsted-registered places and we were assessed as 'Good' by Ofsted in our latest inspection.
Our enthusiastic, friendly and well-qualified pre-school team provides high quality care and learning opportunities for children aged between 2 and 5 years.
We follow the with a focus on learning through play and actively encourage parents to become involved in the life of the nursery.
The Pre-school has a large free flow area consisting of two rooms providing the children with self selection of resources to support their play. We have one large outdoor learning environment and one small outdoor learning environment. Children are encouraged to explore the learning experience in each space at their own pace, which supports their learning and development in all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Saffron Pre-school were proud Finalists of the for our indoor learning environment.
Opening times
We are open from 9am to 3:30pm Monday to Friday, 38 weeks of the year, excluding bank holidays and three staff training days.
Our sessions are mornings from 9am to 12pm, afternoons from 12:30pm to 3:30pm and a day session from 9am to 3pm.
We have 55 places available on each session. Please contact us to discuss you and your child's needs.
We offer
- Funded childcare for qualifying two year olds and all three, four and five year olds
- A safe, friendly and fun place for you and your child
- Learning through indoor and outdoor play activities
- A well-qualified, kind and caring team
- A dedicated person to give focused support to your child
- Children have free-flow access across two rooms and learning environments with two outdoor areas to explore
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Find out more
To visit please contact Debbie, Pre-school Manager on 0116 373 7239 or email saffron@eyalliance.org.uk
About us
Saffron Pre-school is welcoming and lively and offers a unique free-flowing environment for young children to learn and grow.
We offer new and exciting ways for children to access a wide range of resources and play opportunities. The different play spaces are set up to inspire learning for children, parents and the team. This creates a positive energy throughout the pre-school.
Every child in our care is supported by a key person who understands their individual needs and offers special care and support to them.
Rigorous health & safety and safeguarding policies and procedures are in place to ensure that every child is protected and feels safe and happy with us.
We have a great out door space and our team have worked hard to give our garden a makeover. Have a look at our photographs to see our stage and physical equipment.
Our stage for expressing ourselves and planting area.
Climbing frame, bridge and slide
for active young bodies.
Find out more
Click here to complete our online enquiry form
To arrange a visit please contact Debbie, Pre-school Manager on 0116 373 7239 or email saffron@eyalliance.org.uk
Our Team
Our well qualified, committed and experienced team works hard to create a caring and learning environment in the pre-school. We know every child develops differently. Every child has a key person who understands their individual needs and interests. This helps us to ensure every child feels involved, stimulated and happy in our care.
We follow rigorous staff recruitment and supervision procedures to ensure anyone joining our team undertakes relevant security checks including Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, references and qualification checks. Parents are reassured knowing child protection and safeguarding underpins every aspect of our practice.
Your child's 'key person'
Every child who joins the pre-school receives support from an experienced member of the team. They are responsible for your child’s individual needs and are known as the ‘key person’. The key person is your main point of contact, however all pre-school staff are happy to feedback on your child’s developmental progress or discuss any concerns with you. They will also keep records of your child’s progress which are always available for you to see.
Your child’s key person will make time to find out from you about your child’s interests, likes, dislikes and special requirements. Please share any important or useful information when you register your child and throughout their time with us. This helps us to give your child the most appropriate care and learning to suit their needs. You can access and contribute your views to your child's progress and achievements in their records.
Our team
Debbie – Early Years Manager
My name is Debbie and I am the Manager of the preschool. I hold an Early Years Degree and Early Years Teacher Status. I have over fifteen years’ experience of working in a variety of settings from pack away to full daycare.
I have a grown-up son who I encourage and support with his sports of cross-country running and triathlon. I am passionate about all aspects of childcare, particularly child development and brain development.
I am the safeguarding lead for the setting. I enjoy gardening, reading and crafts including knitting, sewing and embroidery.
Sophie- Early years Assistant Manager
Hello, my name is Sophie. I have a level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development and Management. I have over 13 years of experience working in a preschool setting, most of that as Deputy Manager.
I have a little boy myself and have loved watching him grow and develop. I have a passion for early years and providing a safe and happy environment in which children can thrive and develop.
Rachel - Early Educator Assistant
Hello, my name is Rachel. I am training for my level 3 NVQ to be a practitioner. I have three children who I have enjoyed watching grow up.
I like swimming, being outside and being messy. I have chosen to work at a preschool because I enjoy watching young children grow as individuals and how they interact with each other
, whether it be communicating in their own language or just playing together, I would also like to help give the children the best possible start I can and to have fun whilst doing this.
Zoe - Early Years Assistant
Hello, my name is Zoe. I have a level 2 qualification in Childrens Care, Learning and Development. I have a primary school-aged daughter who I have enjoyed watching grow.
I have chosen to work in a preschool because I love to see how children progress from when they first walk through the door to when they venture off to a big school.
I enjoy colouring and encouraging my daughter in her passion for dance and gymnastics.
Karen - Flexi Staff
My name is Karen, I have been working with children for over 25 years.
I have a level three childcare qualification. I have also done lots of other training – speech, language, and communication, paediatric first aid and food hygiene.
I have two grandsons who I have helped to look after since they were young. I’ve always worked with children. It’s very rewarding when you see them learning and developing, trying new things and making new relationships.
I enjoy sewing, going to the cinema, going on walks with my daughter and her 2 dogs, relaxing, and listening to music.
Find out more
Click here to complete our online enquiry form
To visit please contact Debbie Pre-school Manager on 0116 373 7239 or email saffron@eyalliance.org.uk
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FAQs
Do you have childcare places available at the moment?
Yes we do! Simply contact us to discuss you and your child's needs.
Do you offer funded entitlement for 3 year olds?
Children are eligible for the funding in the term following their third birthday. The funding is available for 15 hours per week.
Do you offer funded entitlement for 2 year olds?
If your child is two-years old, your child may be eligible to attend the two year old funded childcare programme. The funding is available for 15 hours per week. Please ask us.
What sessions do you offer?
We offer morning, afternoon and day sessions during term time. The morning session is from 9am until 12pm, the afternoon session is from 12:30pm until 3:30pm and the day session is 9am to 3am.
Do you provide hot meals?
We do not provide hot meals however, a variety of healthy snacks are provided for all children during a session. Water and milk is also provided. Children who attend a day session bring a heathly packed lunch from home.
Are you able to accommodate children with different dietary requirements?
Yes we are. Please inform us when you register your child of any special dietary requirements they have.
My child has special educational needs, will they be able to come to the pre-school?
We welcome children with special educational needs and our staff are experienced at working with children with a range of different needs. Please come in to talk to us about your child's requirements so we can discuss what additional support they may need.
What qualifications do your staff have?
All our staff are qualified level 3 practitioners and have received training in safeguarding, paediatric first aid and food hygiene. Some staff have specialist training in autism or epilepsy for example.
How many staff will be looking after my child?
We have five caring, experienced and qualified staff at the setting. You child will also receive special support from their key person.
How quickly can my child start?
We can discuss and agree together which day best suits you and your child. There will be a settling-in period to help your child settle happily into our setting.
Find out more
Click here to complete our online enquiry form
To visit please contact Debbie, Pre-school Manager on 0116 373 7239 or email saffron@eyalliance.org.uk.
Contact Us
Debbie, Pre-school Manager
Saffron Pre-school
Linwood Centre
Linwood Lane
Leicester
LE2 6QJ
Tel: 0116 373 7239
Email: saffron@eyalliance.org.uk
During school holidays the pre-school is closed, but you can contact us through the:
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Email: childcare@eyalliance.org.uk
Or use our online enquiry form above.