Christ the Saviour Church of England Primary School Nursery

Choosing resources for themselves is part of the learning here. In November 2023, children in the early years used accessible materials and visual prompts to decide what to do, building independence alongside confidence. That gives a useful picture of the provision’s character: adults plan the learning, while children have room to make choices.

Children join Christ the Saviour’s nursery aged 3. It belongs to the Church of England primary school in Ealing. Ofsted graded the school’s early years provision Outstanding at the inspection on 14 and 15 November 2023; that judgement covers early years, rather than a separately inspected nursery.

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) combines learning to communicate and manage feelings with early mathematical understanding. In November 2023, these areas received deliberate attention through activities chosen to support the curriculum. Counting and spotting patterns were concrete examples. Movement work also helped children explore different directions, giving physical development its place alongside language and numbers.

Stories, songs and rhymes give the youngest children opportunities to listen and join in. Mathematical learning uses exploration and play, with experiences both outside and inside the classroom. The point for parents is practical: early learning takes place through things children do, hear and discuss, as well as through adult teaching.

Christian learning has a recognisable presence. EYFS children explore Creation, Christmas and Easter through activities such as role-play, dance and art. They also discuss their own lives and differences between people, connecting religious stories with experiences they understand.

In June 2026, nursery children hatched ducklings and took part in World Environment Day. Those examples bring living things and caring for the world into the nursery’s learning. The November 2023 findings also highlighted children’s ability to select materials independently, supported by visual aids. Choice has a concrete place in the learning environment.

Predictable routines matter for young children. In November 2023, early years children understood the routines and maintained their attention to learning, with behaviour receiving strong inspection praise. This gives families a picture of how the day’s expectations support participation.

For children with SEND, the school’s starting arrangements can include a visit to their existing setting or, where appropriate, a home visit. Changes to the settling period may be agreed with parents, and staff discuss how the child is settling. These are individual arrangements, rather than a fixed programme for every nursery starter.

Support across the school includes sensory rooms on both sites and Small Step Plans reviewed with parents each term. Families can begin a discussion about additional needs with the class teacher. This gives concerns a direct route into planning and review.

Nursery meals were chargeable in 2025/2026, with payment required in advance. Families should contact the school for current charges.

Reception requires a separate application. A nursery place does not guarantee a place in the main school. Families must apply again through the normal Reception process by its deadline, so choosing the nursery and securing the next school place are separate decisions.

For children with SEND, staff share information about needs, progress and support strategies at transitions between classes. That continuity concerns a child’s care and learning; it does not secure admission.

Contact the admin team on 020 8249 6800 or at admin@cts-school.org for nursery enquiries and prospective-parent visits. School visits take place throughout the year, giving families an opportunity to explore the setting before deciding.

Payments use ParentPay. A change-of-collection process provides authorisation for someone collecting a child at the end of the school day, a useful practical arrangement when family plans change.