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Rated 'excellent' by the Independent School Inspectorate (Oct 2021), St Margaret’s Prep School & Nursery welcomes children from the age of two to attend the nursery, which is at the heart of the school set in acres of listed parkland. Children are helped to develop their own personality and grow their confidence through the support given to them by excellent staff.
Children learn through a variety of play activities, with both...
Funding & Fees
From £33 half day session
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Type of Service
- Nursery School
Opening Schedule
Open term timeFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Outcomes First Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Carolyn Moss (Headteacher)
Admission Information
- Children may join us once they have had their second birthday
Number of Childcare Staff
- 6
Total Places for Children
- 32
Age Range
- from 2 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday 07:30-18:00
- Tuesday 07:30-18:00
- Wednesday 07:30-18:00
- Thursday 07:30-18:00
- Friday 07:30-18:00
When Closed
- School Holidays
St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery Reviews (38)
St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.879) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery has 38 reviews.
All 3 of my children have attended the Nursery at St Mags and ALL of them are so happy at the school (they literally skip in, no lie). The Nursery is consistent with communication and the staff go above and beyond to ensure every child's individual needs are met. It certainly makes life easier knowing you are going to get wonderful smiley pictures of your 2 year old every day!
Consistent communication and meeting each child's individual needs are so...
My little one has been attending for over a year and it is his favourite place to be. Communication has been excellent and his learning and knowledge has excelled. The teaching and office staff are very professional yet warm and friendly. Cannot comment on the food as my boy is a very reluctant eater but does tell us what he has been served or tried each day, which is more than he will try at home!
Thank you so much for a lovely review. We're absolutely delighted to hear that your little one enjoys coming to us and that his learning and confidence have grown over the past year. It's wonderful to know our team's communication and care have made a positive impact - that really means a lot to us. Thank you for your kind words and continued trust; it's a pleasure being part of his journey.
Our son absolutely loves going to nursery. He has dwarfism - so is very small for his age; we were a little worried about how he would cope, but he has thrived there.
The staff (he often talks fondly about ''Raby and 'Tiff-tiff') are so accommodating and patient with him. Adaptations have been made so he can play alongside his peers and they even got him a little trike so he could join in with the bigger kids on their balance bikes.
They really do go above and beyond!
Thank you so much for your kind words - they truly mean the world to us.
We absolutely adore having him with us, and it makes us smile to hear he talks fondly about our nursery staff! Our team are always happy to make adaptations so every child can feel included and confident!
Seeing him so...
My daughter started at St Margaret's this year and she has flourished. The onboarding period was amazing and we were heavily guided through this with plenty of opportunities to get familiar with the setting. Since starting, our daughter has had only positive interactions, now runs in smiling and I am reassured with all the nurturing activities she's gets up to throughout the day. I would absolutely recommend St Mags for any parent wanting to put their child into a setting that nurtures and prepares them whilst also feeling like an extension of family!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We are absolutely delighted to hear how well your daughter has settled and flourished since starting at St Margaret's. Knowing that she runs in smiling and feels happy and secure is exactly what we strive for.
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My son loves going to St Margaret's. He has been attending since Sept '25. Our daughter went to St Margaret's for 2 years and she loved it as well. Highly recommended. The nursery have gone the extra mile and made adjustments for our son so that he has easy access to facilities that all other children in the nursery have access to.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a lovely review. We are delighted to hear that both your son and daughter have enjoyed their time at St Margaret's.
We are especially pleased to know that the adjustments made for your son have supported him in accessing all areas of nursery...
The nursery itself is inviting and vibrant, with a wonderful range of continuous activities and lessons that encourage learning through play. The children are challenged in a fun and engaging way, which has made a real difference in our son's confidence and growth. The children are included within the whole school events which has been also been a fantastic opportunity for them.
We are so thankful to have found St Margaret's and truly grateful for the time our family has spent there.
Our staff work incredibly hard to create a caring, engaging environment where every child...
We couldn't be happier with this nursery. The staff are incredibly caring, patient, and genuinely invested in each child's development. From day one, we felt welcomed and reassured by their professionalism and kindness. The environment is clean, and thoughtfully set up with engaging activities that support learning through play. Communication with parents is excellent-we're always kept informed and feel involved in our child's progress. Most importantly, our child is happy, confident, and excited to go each day, which says everything. We highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and stimulating place.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We're absolutely delighted to hear how positive your experience has been and that you felt welcomed and reassured from day one - that means a great deal to us. It's wonderful to know that your child is happy, confident, and excited to come to...
The most amazing nursery and the most amazing staff. They know every child and always go the extra mile. We get pictures sent to us during the day and the communication home is wonderful. I couldn't be happier and my son absolutely loves it! I will be sending my daughter when she turns 2. I also love how varied the activities are. The staff are extremely imaginative with the tasks they give the children and this really keeps them engaged. My son's vocabulary has come on leaps and bounds since he started, as has his confidence and social skills. It truly is a wonderful place.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful and thoughtful review. Your kind words mean so much to our whole team. We're delighted to hear how happy your son is at nursery and how much he enjoys his time with us - seeing children grow in confidence, language and social skills is exactly what we strive...
Our little one loves the nursery he is always excited to go in and I feel really happy leaving him there. All of the staff are lovely and being part of the big school means that when they start reception it's not a big deal at all (our oldest also went to the nursery)
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your little one enjoys coming to nursery and that you feel happy and confident leaving him with us - that means a great deal to our team. It's also wonderful to hear that being part of the wider school has helped make the...
I couldn't speak highly of the nursery and teachers enough, my daughter started in January and is loving her time at the nursery and is thriving. My daughter has learnt so much in such a small time, we're always kept up to date on her day at nursery which is lovely to see what she has done in her day. I'm so happy we went with St Margaret's.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review of our nursery here at St Margaret's. Your lovely feedback means the world to us and we are so pleased to hear your daughter is having a wonderful time here.
We recently completed a parent survey to share our thoughts/feedback. The Head Teacher sent a personalised written letter to thank us for our feedback which demonstrates the personal approach of the school/nursery.
It truly is the little things that gives St.Margarets it's magic. Our little one is very happy, so we are happy!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experiences here at St Margaret's Nursery. We are thrilled to hear that you and your child have had such a rewarding and enriching journey with us.It's wonderful to know that you appreciate the attentive care our nursery teachers provide....
St Margarets is more than just your typical childcare nursey. With a real emphasis on development and learning in a fun and caring environment it supersedes all expectations. My daughter absolutely loves every moment spent at St Margaret's and often asks at the weekends if she can go to "school" today! The facilities, teachers, staff, communication, level of education and opportunities for young minds is outstanding. As a parent you place your child, the most precious person in your world, in the hands of a nursery in hope that they are everything that they promise. St Margaret's exceed every promise made and I am so thankful for all that they do for my daughter. Their dedication and commitment truly deserves recognition for the outstanding work that they do.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we are truly delighted to hear about your positive experience with our nursery. It brings us immense joy to know that your daughter has settled in well and is thriving in our environment.
It's a fantastic nursery, my daughter has progressed so well. She has learnt so much in a fun home from home environment. One of the staff is a brilliant teacher. The extra curricular activities Sport, French, and drama she has really enjoyed. I could not have hope for a better preparation for school, my daughter is very excited to start reception is September.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are genuinely grateful for your feedback and support.I am so pleased to hear how much your daughter enjoys her lessons here at the nursery. Her enthusiasm is truly inspiring, and seeing her thrive brings us immense joy.Thank you once again for your kind words and for being such an important part of our school community!
The staff always keep me updated and it's clear how much effort they put into creating a fun and nurturing space for the kids. I feel confident knowing my child is in such good hands. Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback regarding your daughter settling in so well here at St Margaret's Prep. We really appreciate and value your feedback and it is great to hear that you are happy with out setting and that you would recommend us to others. Thank you again for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Wonderful nursery with a caring and supportive environment. The staff are brilliant and my son is very fond of them. He really enjoys his time here. He learns so much including languages and cooking, and I like that they get to integrate with the rest of the school.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive review. We are thrilled to hear that your experience here at St. Mag's has been so rewarding. It is truly wonderful to have you and your family as part of our school community. Your kind words motivate us to continue providing a nurturing...
He was with a previous childcare provider 4 days a week, but before the summer had become more reserved and not progressing. He wasn't joining in at song time anymore, completely out of character, he lost his confidence and we were so worried.
However, after only a term at St Mag's he is flourishing, he loves the teaching staff and chatters the whole way home about his new friends and what he has learned. Today he had his first Christmas play, he sang his little heart out in front of all the parents. Learned the words and the actions and we are so impressed with how much he has progressed and regained his confidence in such a short space of time.
The lunches are of excellent quality and choice.
All the staff are so helpful and informative.
They really go beyond expectations and deliver excellence, we are so grateful for St Margaret's.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive review with lovely feedback - It is very much valued and appreciated. I am so pleased to hear that you enjoyed our Christmas performance and that your son has settled into our setting so well. It is lovely having him and you all, as part of our St Mag's community. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas.
St Margaret’s Nursery are nothing less than fantastic. The teachers and staff are so attentive, caring and compassionate. It really shines through when they are with the children. Our son loves going to nursery and has learnt so much since joining. We are so happy to have found St Margaret’s and can’t recommend them enough.
We are so pleased to have you and your family part of the St Margaret's community, and it's amazing to see how well your Son has settled in since he started here with us. Thank you again.
My youngest daughter started at St Margaret’s Nursery in October 2023. Since day one she settled in very nicely, the staff made her feel comfortable and safe. Every day she goes in she is always very eager to see her friends and teachers! At pickup, she loves telling me all about what she has been up to during her day. The nursery provides a variety of learning opportunities from PE, music, French and more, all of which are very enriching even at this early stage.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us your kind feedback and love having you and the girls part of our St Magaret's family.
Our son joined St Margaret's when he was two years old and had such a fantastic time. He settled quickly, was provided with exceptional learning opportunities and built a close relationship with all the staff. The setting is excellent and the nursery children are made to feel at home and part of the wider school community. We could not ask for a better setting. Thank you!
Thank you for your kind words about our nursery here at St Mag's. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us such a lovely review and are so pleased your son had a wonderful experience in our nursery.
From the moment I first got in contact, they have been fantastic. The environment and very friendly staff made my son (and myself) feel very comfortable right from the start. The resources and nursery layout make it easy for the children to explore, as well as the outside space.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we are so pleased to have you all as part of the St Mag's family and are pleased we have been able to help you feel at ease from the beginning. Thank you again for the lovely feedback.
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- Recipient: St Margaret's Prep School & NurseryDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
- Recipient: St Margaret's Prep School & NurseryDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
- Recipient: St Margaret's Prep School & NurseryDate: Wednesday 18 Jun 2014
Meet the Team (2)
Debbie has worked at St. Margaret's nursery for many years. She loves working with the children and families, helping them on their first steps to an excellent education. Debbie has a BA in Early Childhood Education and Diploma in Pre-School Education Teaching.
Harriett always knew she wanted to work with young children. While studying for her diploma in childcare, she did work placements at St. Margaret's and joined us permanently in 2006. She says the aspect she loves most about her job is "When the children learn something, when it really clicks, like writing their name. I also love the bond I have with the children, especially when they see me and smile at me first thing in the morning!"
Harriet is our Deputy Safeguarding Lead for Early Years and she also runs our breakfast and after school clubs.
Frequently Asked Questions about St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery accepts?
St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery Open?
St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.
How many Children does St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery have capacity for?
St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery has capacity for a total of 32 Children.
How far is St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery to the centre of Halstead?
2.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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