Nursery & Pre-Prep (Age 3-7)

NURSERY

Welcome to St Benedict's Nursery! At St Benedict’s Nursery & Pre-Prep, we believe the early years lay the foundation for lifelong learning where children develop confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning. Our dedicated teachers create a happy and stimulating environment tailored to your child's individual needs.

The St Benedict's Nursery is a purpose-built space with indoor-outdoor learning opportunities, breakout spaces to encourage creative play, and facilities for exceptional early years education.

• Creative Exploration: Engaging activities in music, art, and science spark curiosity.
• Academic Excellence: A structured yet playful approach to early learning.
• Social & Emotional Development: Small class sizes ensure personal attention and nurturing.
• Active & Outdoor Play: A mix of structured and free play supports physical growth.

Secure Your Child’s Place Today! Book a visit to experience the warmth of our classrooms first-hand.

"St. Benedict’s provides an exceptional foundation for young learners, with a rich curriculum that fosters creativity, confidence, and academic progress. Leaders ensure a stimulating environment where children excel in language, problem-solving, and independent learning. As a result, pupils build a strong moral awareness and readiness for their next educational stage."

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Each day, children are encouraged to explore their creativity through carefully planned activities structured around the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), covering the seven key areas of learning and development.

• Personal, Social & Emotional Development
• Physical Development
• Communication & Language
• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Understanding the World
• Expressive Arts & Design

Children in our Nursery also receive specialist teaching for Music, Games, and PE, providing even more access to our range of highly qualified and caring staff. 

Holiday club

St Benedict’s Nursery also offers a Holiday Program designed to provide a fun, safe and enriching environment for children to attend over the school holidays. With a variety of creative activities, outdoor play and interactive learning experiences, your child will have the opportunity to explore, play, and make new friends.

The Nursery Holiday Club is available during holiday periods between 8.00am – 4.00pm with the option to extend until 6.00pm.

Seamless Transition to Pre-Prep

We ensure a smooth and natural transition from Nursery to Pre-Prep 1 through classroom visits, shared playtimes, and team teaching, helping children feel confident and familiar with their new learning environment.

 

Pre-Preparatory (ages 5 to 7)

From Pre-Prep 1, children embark on a structured and engaging curriculum designed to develop confidence, creativity, and academic excellence.

Pupils are taught by dedicated teachers in an educational environment designed to support structured learning and development.

Academic Progress & Parental Engagement

We closely track each pupil’s progress throughout the year, ensuring they reach their full potential. Regular feedback is provided through Parents’ Evenings and detailed reports, fostering a strong partnership between school and home.

At St. Benedict’s, we inspire young learners to grow in confidence, develop a love for learning, and embrace new challenges as they take their first steps in education.

Join us at our next Open Morning to discover St Benedict's

Next Open Mornings: Thursday 5 June

Limited Availability – Reserve Your Spot Now!

Welcome to Early Years education at st benedict's