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Shernhall Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
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4.3(3 Google reviews) ·St Georges Hall, 136 Shernhall Street, LONDON, E17 9HU · Waltham Forest
Number of places
96 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Waltham Forest

About this early years setting

Shernhall Pre-School is located in Waltham Forest, London, providing care for children aged two to four years. It operates during term-time only, from Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 3.30pm. The pre-school is registered to accept government funding for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds, in addition to Tax-Free Childcare. An Ofsted inspection in February 2023 rated the overall effectiveness of the pre-school as Good.

The inspector's report noted that the curriculum is broad and interesting and that it prepares children for their transition to school. Children were observed to have happy, warm relationships with staff, who have high expectations for them. Staff support children's development in communication, language, and early mathematics. The outdoor area provides opportunities for children to develop physical skills, and there is good support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Our ethos

Shernhall Pre-School's approach is play-based, encouraging exploration and learning through varied activities in their Rainbow Room and Flower Room. They are committed to inclusivity, ensuring all children, regardless of background or abilities, have equal opportunities to thrive.

What it's like

Children have warm relationships with staff, who help them settle well and have high expectations. Children learn to share, take turns, and behave safely. The curriculum is broad, interesting, and prepares children for school, helping them develop good understanding of the world, creative skills, and physical abilities.

Inclusive settingPlay-based learningGovernment funding acceptedFlexible sessions

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged per session or per full day, with rates vary slightly depending on whether the child is aged two or three-to-four. Funded children can book additional sessions or hours, and a daily lunch club is available. Parents can pay in advance by the first week of term or via installments.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees are payable in advance by the first week of the term.
  • Parents have the option to pay in instalments and use Childcare Vouchers.
  • Lunch Club requires parents to provide a packed lunch.
  • Lunch Club fees can be covered using the Free Early Education Entitlement (FEEE).

Key facts

Opening hours

Weekdays: 8.00am – 4.00pm (Term Time only)

Age range

2 years and older

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Session types

morning session, afternoon session

Registered with Ofsted

1992

Waitlist

waiting list system

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Shernhall Pre-School

Last inspected 8 February 2023 · Jenny Beckles

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children have warm relationships with staff, who help them settle well and have high expectations. Children learn to share, take turns, and behave safely. The curriculum is broad, interesting, and prepares children for school, helping them develop good understanding of the world, creative skills, and physical abilities.

Inspector highlights

  • Children have happy, warm relationships with staff.
  • The curriculum is broad and interesting.
  • Children develop good early mathematics skills.
  • Staff support children's communication, language and literacy skills.
  • Staff have good partnerships with parents.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide more consistent opportunities for children to initiate their own play, to promote their learning further
  • 2help children to gain an understanding of the value of eating well, to extend their learning.
Inspection #10234260 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. They liaise with other professionals and parents to form comprehensive learning plans with targets for children. Children make good progress.

Outdoor space

Children develop good physical skills. For instance, they balance across stepping stones and steer wheeled toys skilfully around the garden. Staff carry out rigorous health and safety checks in the nursery, including outdoors, to reduce the risk of hazards.

Google Reviews of Shernhall Pre-School

4.3
(3 Google reviews)
tenzin la
7 years ago

This nursery is ok but not perfect I would say .. it’s good for people who lives close plus no much waiting list !

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Inspection history

Date: February 2009

  • March 2023Good
  • February 2023Good
  • April 2017Good
  • March 2017Good
  • February 2015Good
  • January 2015Good
  • March 2009Good
  • February 2009Good

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