St Catherine's Independent Nursery 2.36

The nursery is situated in the grounds of St Catherine's RC Primary School, though is an independent establishment, and a non-profit making registered charity which is overseen by a trusteeship.

St Catherine's Independent Nursery currently holds an 'Outstanding' grade from the last Ofsted inspection. We maintain a happy, lively and stimulating environment where pre-school children from three to four enjoy a high standard of education and care.

All staff are fully qualified from a level 3 in Children's Learning and Development up to a Ba Hons degree in Education. We are an established long serving team, who have a wealth of knowledge and collectively have over a hundred years’ experience!

We are dedicated to working with parents to provide the best start for your child.

We are highlycommittedtoidentifyingandmeetingtheindividual needsofeach childattending.


Our aims include:

Providing a safe, secure and happy environment, where each child is treated as an individual.

To establish a broad and balanced early years curriculum working towards the Early Learning Goals, as set out in the statutory practice of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

To ensure that each child has equal opportunities to engage in the curriculum provided, irrespective of gender, race, religion or additional needs.

To provide opportunities to establish lasting relationships with other children and adults, encompassing learning, how to respect, share and co-operate with one another.

To develop an appreciation and respect of the wider world, including respect for: one another, individual people, ethnic minorities, cultural differences, the environment and the surrounding community.