In 2011 we expanded our service to include a purpose-built extension called the Lodge now known as 11 Little Learners Lane. This is where our Pre-schoolers are cared for and begin their preschool journey.

The staffing also increased. This was enabling us to provide additional services to our local community and its surrounding areas. This would not only ensure the survival of a quality provider of childcare in our area but also of a valuable employer. We had a waiting list for children and when the project was completed, we provided five full time jobs. Two employees came from unemployment.

The expansion would provide places for eleven more children and it includes a state-of-the-art pre-school with a full and exciting curriculum for the young children in our community. A large focus that year was our outdoor space and this would be fully fitted out to facilitate lots of learning and fun and would include an art area, construction, water and sand corner. We also have a pet corner with a dog called ‘Eugene’ and a rabbit called ‘Molly’. We include nature walks around the acre plot and lots of learning with nature takes place.