Welcome to Saplings Pre-School at Blean Primary School

We are delighted to welcome you to Saplings Pre-School, the newest addition to the Blean Primary School family. At Saplings, we provide a nurturing, stimulating, and inspiring environment where every child can take their very first steps on their learning journey. Real experiences and authentic learning are at the heart of everything we do, helping children connect with the world around them in meaningful ways.

We’ve received a lot of interest in Saplings Pre-School, and expect places to fill up quickly. To secure your child’s place, please complete the admissions form and return it to us by email as soon as possible: saplings@blean.kent.sch.uk

Our Vision

Saplings is founded on the core values that underpin everything we do at Blean Primary School:

• Responsibility: We encourage every child to care for themselves, each other, and the world around them.
• Curiosity: We promote a sense of wonder, inviting children to ask questions, explore, and discover new things every day.
• Resourcefulness: We empower children to solve problems creatively, using the resources at hand and their unique ideas.
• Resilience: We support children to persevere, embrace challenges, and learn from mistakes as part of their growth.
• Collaboration: We celebrate teamwork, helping children learn and play together, building strong friendships and social skills.

We are proud to be part of a school recognised as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2022. This is a testament to our passionate staff, our engaging curriculum, and our commitment to the highest standards of early years education. At Saplings, your child will benefit from the same dedication to excellence that runs throughout the whole school.

Root Learning

We believe that strong foundations are essential for lifelong learning. We call this ‘Root Learning’ which incorporates the following:

• Learning through play – Active, hands-on experiences that spark imagination and build key skills
• Outdoor exploration – Making the most of our wonderful grounds to connect with nature and encourage curiosity
• Personalised learning – Recognising each child’s unique interests and needs, supporting them to progress at their own pace
• Holistic development – Nurturing not only academic growth but also emotional, social, and physical wellbeing

Join Our Saplings Community

We look forward to welcoming you and your child to Saplings Pre-School. Every child is valued, every day is an adventure, and the roots of learning grow strong and deep, grounded in real experiences and authentic learning.