Plympton pre-school is saved from closure as church seeks developer
The future of Woodford Community Pre-School was uncertain due to escalating maintenance costs
14/07/2008 JOHN ALLEN
Woodford Pre-School: Kids and Dads project, part of a national scheme
Dads play outside with the children
Glenda Clamp: 337335 (Image: John Allen)
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Much-loved home of outstanding Plymouth pre-school unveils transformation plans
A cafe and soft play facility will be included in the new plans as the church wants to continue to engage with the community
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A Plymouth church home to a outstanding pre-school has announced it is developing the site to include a coffee cafe and soft play area.
Woodford Methodist Church said if it does not act now, it will face certain closure in September 2022, which has prompted many parents to rally around to find ways to support the home of Woodford Community Pre-school.
Woodford Methodist Church unable to say how much money it needs to stay open
It comes as Plymouth parents have been rallying to raise funds to save the outstanding church-based pre-school
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A Plymouth church with an uncertain future has refused to comment on how much the repairs are set to cost.
Parents of Woodford Community Pre-school, based at Woodford Methodist Church, were informed the building may close due to extensive repairs needed.
In an email to parents, it stated a survey on the building has been carried out and a valuation of around £500,00 is needed on the building .
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