Brinkworth Playgroup, as it was then, came into being in February 1968. This was after seven months of hard work by seven mothers, who were prepared to work with the authorities to form a playgroup in the village. Mavis Young and Mrs. Mann started the group with 10 children, in the old village hall, using items given or bought from an initial £5 donated by the founder members forming the committee (all mums). Equipment was basic, with a baby's bath being the first sandpit. Playgroup developed through the 70's and 80's under Lorna Williams and Di Williams who both held the supervisor's post for over ten years between them. In 1999 the name was changed to Brinkworth Butterflies Pre-School.

We are now overseen by OFSTED and work to "The National Standards for under 8's day care and childminding 2003" laid down by them. In our most recent educational assessment we received passes in all areas. We are validated to accept government funding for 3 and 4 years olds.

We are a member of the Pre-school Learning Alliance.