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Nursery at St Andrew's Church School
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Inspection data and key information above update regularly, however, this review below is refreshed bi-annually and may not reflect recent changes. Contact the nursery directly to confirm current arrangements. If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Sounds, rhymes and learning to understand feelings give this nursery its clearest character. St Andrew's Church School has its own nursery class on Northampton Street in Bath, with entry from age three, subject to space and the applicable starting arrangements. Families can choose part-time or full-time attendance during term time.
Ofsted graded the school's early years provision Good at its inspection on 26 and 27 April 2022. That judgement covers early years within the school, rather than a separately inspected nursery.
Communication comes before formal reading. In April 2022, nursery children were developing their speech and listening through exploring rhyme and recognising sounds. These are practical foundations for later reading: children first learn to hear and distinguish the sounds that words contain. The curriculum also had sequenced learning beginning in Nursery, giving these early experiences a place in a longer learning progression.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) includes personal, social and emotional development here. The Thrive Approach and Emotion Coaching also form part of the school's approach to behaviour. For young children, this means learning about feelings alongside learning how to respond to instructions. An EYFS attention routine uses a bell or chime, followed by children putting their hands on their heads and pausing their conversations. Predictable signals make changes of activity easier to understand.
Emotional understanding starts early. In April 2022, staff were helping children from Nursery onwards think about their feelings and make sense of them. This gives the youngest children language for experiences they may otherwise struggle to explain.
For additional needs, the school's SEND approach includes its nursery provision. Support follows Assess, Plan, Do, Review: identify the need, plan help, put it into practice and reconsider it. Parents are involved in decisions about additional provision. Families can raise concerns through inclusion@standrewsbath.bwmat.org.
Lunch belongs to both afternoon sessions and full days. Children can bring a packed lunch or have a charged school meal booked through ParentPay, so an afternoon booking also needs a lunch plan.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. For September 2027 entry, regular attendance at St Andrew's Nursery for at least two sessions per week at the time of application gives the third oversubscription priority, after looked-after or previously looked-after children and children with a sibling at the school. It is a conditional priority, not an offer of a place.
A separate Reception application is required through the home local authority's Common Application Form. For September 2027, submit it before 15 January 2027. Applications received late are considered after those submitted on time, when the preferred school may already be full. Keep this application separate from arranging nursery sessions.
Morning sessions run from 8:55am to noon; afternoons run from noon to 3:05pm, Monday to Friday. Families can request mornings, afternoons or a combination, with full days also offered. Sessions are allocated for the school year. Changes are possible at the beginning of terms 3 and 5, using an amendment form and subject to space. This booking model rewards planning ahead.
Funded attendance covers 15 hours, described as five sessions, from the term after a child's third birthday. Eligible children may receive 30 funded hours, described as ten sessions. Additional sessions are charged; ask the school for current charges. Payments for additional sessions are made through ParentPay, termly in advance, and are non-refundable.
To apply, return the nursery application and a copy of the child's birth certificate to the school office. Offers are communicated at least a term before the intended start. For enquiries, call 01225 310135 or email enquiries@standrewsbath.bwmat.org.
Physical access. The school site includes different levels and mixed outdoor spaces, with some areas presenting difficulties for reduced mobility. Families with mobility needs should discuss individual access arrangements when planning attendance.
Children can join from age three, subject to space and the applicable starting arrangements.
Morning sessions are 8:55am to noon and afternoon sessions are noon to 3:05pm, Monday to Friday. Full days are also offered during term time.
Yes. There are 15 funded hours from the term after a child's third birthday, with 30 hours available subject to eligibility. Additional sessions and school meals are charged.
No. For September 2027, regular nursery attendance of at least two sessions per week at application gives third oversubscription priority. Families must still apply separately through their home local authority before 15 January 2027.
Children attending an afternoon session or full day bring a packed lunch or have a charged school meal booked through ParentPay.
