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Nursery at St Joseph's Catholic Primary 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Nature walks, story-led learning and a Christmas Nativity give this Catholic nursery its own character within St Joseph's in Hanwell. Children explore the natural world alongside early reading and creative work. Faith is part of that experience: nursery artwork about creation connects caring for plants and wildlife with caring for God's world.
The nursery serves children in the school year in which they turn four. For September 2026, its capacity is 26 full time equivalent places, divided between full-day, morning and afternoon patterns according to demand. It belongs to the Lower Phase, alongside Reception and Year One, rather than operating as a separate nursery setting.
Stories provide a starting point for learning. Little Wandle (Letters and Sounds revised) is used for nursery phonics, while Power of Reading supplies texts for classroom work from Nursery onwards. For parents, these are two distinct strands: learning through sounds and exploring language through books.
Creative work combines activities children choose with tasks adults guide. Early Years children investigate how materials look and feel, exploring texture and movement. That gives them opportunities to make choices and experiment, rather than simply reproduce an adult's finished example.
Computing also fits into the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the framework for early learning and development. Mini Mash or Purple Mash can be woven into everyday activities rather than taught through a fixed sequence of separate lessons. Here, digital experiences form part of the broader routine.
Outdoor experiences have a concrete example in the nursery's Art Week work: stories, nature walks and creative activities contributed to a display about creation. Children explored responsibility for the natural world through familiar things such as flowers and wildlife. Nursery children also take part in a Christmas Nativity, with parents invited to their performance. These experiences bring environmental learning and Catholic life into activities young children can understand.
For concerns about learning or development, the class teacher is the first person to approach. The school's Inclusion Manager is another contact, reachable at inclusion@stjcp.education. School SEND support follows an assess, plan, do and review cycle, bringing together information from parents, teachers and outside professionals when needed. This gives families a role in agreeing goals and reviewing support.
Physical access is addressed across the school: ground floors have accessible toilets, and each building has a lift for children with relevant medical needs or disabilities, used with a staff member. Ear defenders are available for children with hearing impairments or sensitivity to noise. These are school-wide arrangements, relevant to discussing a nursery child's individual needs.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place or confer priority in the September 2027 allocation. Families must submit a separate application through their home local authority's Common Application Form by 15th January 2027. A Supplementary Information Form is also requested for applications under categories 1 to 5 or 7 to 9 and must reach the school by that date. Familiarity with the school does not replace this process.
Separately, the school's SEND transition arrangements include meetings, visits, record sharing and individual transition plans. These concern continuity of support, rather than an admissions advantage.
Three session patterns apply for 2026-2027, subject to availability. Full-day places run from 8.45am to 3.15pm and require eligibility for 30 hours. Morning places cover five mornings each week, from 8.45am to 11.45am, for 15 hours; afternoon places cover five afternoons, from 12.15pm to 3.15pm, also for 15 hours.
If a child on the 30-hour pattern loses funding, a parental top-up may be possible. Ask the school for current charges. Nursery has its own term-end dates: 17th December 2026, 24th March 2027 and 15th July 2027. Use those dates when arranging holiday care.
Enquiries go through the school office at ask@stjcp.education or 0208 567 6293. School tours can be arranged through the office, giving families an opportunity to see the setting before choosing it.
It serves children in the school year in which they turn four.
Yes. For 2026-2027, morning and afternoon places each cover five sessions a week, subject to availability.
No. Attendance gives neither a guarantee nor priority for September 2027. A separate local authority application is required by 15th January 2027.
Little Wandle (Letters and Sounds revised) is used for phonics, and Power of Reading provides texts for classroom learning.
Start with the class teacher. The school's Inclusion Manager can also be contacted at inclusion@stjcp.education.
