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Nursery at St Mary's CofE Nursery and 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Play dough, gardening and musical games give this Putney nursery a practical character. It is the school's own Nursery class, part of its Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), on Felsham Road. Christian worship forms part of early-years life, so faith is part of the everyday experience here.
Ofsted's report dated 19 May 2026 judged early years to meet the Expected standard. That judgement covers the school's early-years provision, rather than giving the nursery a separate rating.
Learning starts with doing. The EYFS links seven areas of development: relationships and emotional development, movement and communication sit alongside early reading and writing, maths, creative expression and discovering how the world works. Activities take place outside as well as indoors. For parents, this means play serves several purposes, from practising conversation to working out how materials behave.
Making play dough, cooking, craft and gardening feature during the year. Recycled containers become models, giving children something concrete to build and discuss. Weekly music sessions include singing, instruments and body percussion, with a specialist music teacher and a mixture of adult guidance and children's own exploration. PE sessions develop coordination, movement and balance through work led by the PE coach and class teacher.
The outside classroom remains accessible in rainy weather, with suitable clothing needed. A contrasting colour marks the early-years soft play surface, while the Nursery classroom's interactive whiteboard is positioned to help children with visual impairments see it. These are practical adjustments to the learning environment.
In May 2026, early-years maths combined brief adult-led tasks with play to develop number knowledge and understanding of shapes, patterns and size. Adults supported children's talk, but opportunities to stretch vocabulary and elicit complete sentences were sometimes missed. Language development. More ambitious adult modelling was an improvement priority. Families should weigh that alongside the practical learning offer.
Settling has a reassuring foundation: in May 2026, children established close relationships with classroom adults, became familiar with routines and grew in confidence. A small comfort toy can be agreed with the class teacher for a Nursery child finding the adjustment difficult. Toileting help is available where needed, with a Personal Care plan sometimes required; children can also choose to nap.
The Colour Monster helps early-years children recognise and name feelings. Early-years classes have teaching-assistant access throughout the day, and each has at least one member of staff trained in first aid. Children with SEND participated fully in early-years classroom life in May 2026. The school's SEND Information Report provides for six-monthly EHCP reviews in Nursery, giving parents a scheduled opportunity to discuss support.
SEND support. The May 2026 report found school-wide delays in arranging support and insufficient checks on whether it was helping, limiting some pupils' progress. Families whose child needs additional help should discuss when support will begin and how its effectiveness will be checked.
Food has clear choices. Caterlink cooks lunches in the school's kitchen using fresh ingredients, and families can choose a packed lunch instead. Nursery school meals are charged unless the child qualifies for Free School Meals. Morning and afternoon snacks include fruit, with milk or water. Nuts and sesame seeds must stay out of school, and dietary needs should be discussed before starting.
For everyday communication, send messages to classnursery@st-marys-putney.wandsworth.sch.uk before 8:45am; later messages should go by phone to the office. Half-termly class newsletters explain learning and ways to help at home.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place and gives no priority under the 2026 Reception admission arrangements. Parents must apply separately through their home local authority's Common Application Form, naming St Mary's as a preference, within the authority's application timetable. The school's 2026-27 admissions page also requires a Registration of Interest Form returned directly to the school.
Classroom preparation is a separate matter. For children with SEND, moving between year groups may involve extra visits to the new classroom and conversations with familiar adults. That supports adjustment to change; it does not alter how places are allocated.
Nursery applications go directly to the school, with a full-time application option. The Nursery day finishes at 3:15pm. Funded childcare comprises 15 term-time hours for three- and four-year-olds, with an additional 15 hours for eligible working families. An eligibility code must be obtained before starting a 30-hour place.
Ingredient donations support activities such as cooking and making play dough; educational visits may also carry charges. Contact the school for current charges. Nursery uniform differs slightly from the rest of the school's to support independence, and a spare set stays in a drawstring bag at school. Staff must be told in advance if an unfamiliar adult will collect your child.
Enquiries and tour arrangements can be made through admissions@st-marys-putney.wandsworth.sch.uk or 020 8788 9591. There is no school parking, so plan the journey accordingly.
No. Nursery and Reception applications are separate, and Nursery attendance gives no priority under the 2026 Reception admission arrangements. Apply through your home local authority and complete the school's required Registration of Interest Form.
The Nursery day ends at 3:15pm.
Yes. Caterlink prepares meals on site, or children can bring a packed lunch. Nursery meals are charged unless the child is eligible for Free School Meals. Nuts and sesame seeds are prohibited.
A small comfort toy may be allowed by agreement with the class teacher. The May 2026 early-years findings describe children developing close adult relationships and becoming confident with routines.
The funding information describes 15 term-time hours for three- and four-year-olds and a further 15 hours for eligible working families. Parents need their eligibility code before starting a 30-hour place.
