Starting age
From the term after their 2nd birthday
A bright beginning at St Thomas's
Big adventures
start small.
A warm, caring Nursery where children from age two can play, explore and grow in confidence — at the heart of our school family.
Welcome to Nursery
A place to belong from day one
St Thomas's offers high-quality early years provision as part of our school for children aged 2–11. Children can join Nursery at the start of the term after their second birthday and stay with us through ages three and four.
We know every family is different. Morning and afternoon sessions, together with 15-hour and eligible 30-hour places, make it easier to find a pattern that works for your child and your week.
Most importantly, every session is full of patient encouragement, purposeful play and the secure relationships young children need to flourish.
Wonder grows here
2–4
Flexible sessions
Morning, afternoon and longer-day options
Funded places
15 or 30 hours, depending on eligibility
Every day is different
Little moments. Lasting foundations.
Our Early Years setting gives children time, space and support to learn through the things they naturally love doing.
Play with purpose
Children build confidence, language and friendships through thoughtful, child-led play.
Follow curiosity
Inviting spaces encourage little learners to investigate, imagine and make discoveries of their own.
Explore outdoors
Fresh air, movement and nature are part of our rhythm, with plenty of room for joyful adventure.
Free early education
Understanding funded hours
Funding can feel complicated. Here is the simple starting point — and our team will gladly help you understand what your family can claim.
CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITYFor two-year-olds
Two government-funded schemes are available: one for families receiving certain additional forms of government support, and another for eligible working parents.
For three and four-year-olds
Every child is entitled to 15 hours of free early education. Eligible working parents can receive 30 funded hours each week.
Sessions that fit family life
We offer morning and afternoon sessions, with 15-hour and 30-hour patterns for eligible families. Breakfast and after-school care is also available from the term after a child turns three.
Come and see us
The best way to choose a Nursery is to feel it for yourself.
Bring your child, meet our team and explore the spaces where their days could unfold. We will talk through sessions, funded hours and the settling-in process with you.
- A friendly, no-pressure visit
- Time to ask every question
- See play and learning in action
- Discuss the right session pattern
Ready for the next step?
Begin your child’s St Thomas’s story
Download an application form, read the Nursery admission arrangements, or get in touch for a friendly conversation first.
Please note: a Nursery place does not automatically guarantee a Reception place.