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St Francis Nursery # St Francis Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Strong standard · St. Francis' College, Broadway, LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY, SG6 3PJ · Hertfordshire Number of places 120 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2026 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery St Francis Nursery, operating since 2023 in Letchworth Garden City, offers a strong standard of childcare for children aged 0-4 years. With a capacity for 120 children, the nursery focuses on fostering curious and independent learners through a broad, ambitious EYFS-based curriculum. This includes diverse activities like dance, swimming, and forest school, encouraging children to explore their interests and learn in their own way. The setting prioritises a positive sense of self, celebrating achievements and cultural backgrounds. Leaders and staff are highly motivated to maintain a high-quality environment, actively promoting inclusivity. They accurately identify and address emerging needs, implementing targeted interventions and offering comprehensive support to children, parents, and siblings. Strong partnerships with external professionals ensure timely referrals, facilitating a smooth transition to school for all children. Parents consistently commend the exceptional support from staff and leaders, highlighting how considerate interventions empower their children to learn alongside peers without encountering learning barriers. The setting's commitment to supporting working parents is evident through flexible routines, such as an early breakfast option, ensuring children start their day with a balanced meal. Our ethos St Francis Nursery is committed to fostering curiosity and inquiry-based learning, encouraging children's individual potential through a stimulating environment and access to enriching experiences, including outdoor play, music, and French lessons. They aim to empower children and appreciate their unique qualities within a vibrant community. What it's like Children at St Francis Nursery are curious and independent learners, engaging in well-thought-out activities supported by kind and caring staff. The broad curriculum, including dance, swimming, and forest school, allows children to explore interests and discover their best way of learning. The nursery also prioritises children's positive sense of self, celebrating achievements and cultures, ensuring children are well-prepared for school. Curious learners Independent play Broad curriculum Strong SEND support Positive self-esteem Happy learners ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Francis Nursery Inspection date Mar 2026 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50301775)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2746355) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.st-francis.herts.sch.uk/nursery-boys-and-girls-3-months-to-4-years/the-early-years-of-learning/nursery-facilities/) St. Francis' College, Broadway, LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY, SG6 3PJ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.23265/51.97279/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY - [Day nurseries in LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY](/search?q=LETCHWORTH+GARDEN+CITY) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-francis-nursery-sg6-3pj-2746355) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday : 07:30 - 18:30 Age range 3 months to 4 years Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected Mar 2026 Headline: Strong standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard — Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Strong standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Strong standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Strong standard Age range 0 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Francis Nursery Last inspected 4 March 2026 What it's like to attend Children at St Francis Nursery are curious and independent learners, engaging in well-thought-out activities supported by kind and caring staff. The broad curriculum, including dance, swimming, and forest school, allows children to explore interests and discover their best way of learning. The nursery also prioritises children's positive sense of self, celebrating achievements and cultures, ensuring children are well-prepared for school. Inspector highlights - Children demonstrate high levels of resilience and independence. - Children develop a love of reading and strong communication and language skills. - Children benefit from commonly understood expectations for behaviour and show embedded routines. - Staff and children have good relationships, with staff skilled in balancing play with support. - Children confidently express feelings and approach staff to share thoughts. - Children benefit from healthy meals and make balanced choices. - Leaders are proactive and highly motivated to maintain a high-quality early years setting. - Parents receive high levels of support from staff and leaders. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders and those responsible for governance should sustain their work to ensure continued improvement and high standards. They should focus on creating a transformational impact on the outcomes and experiences of disadvantaged children, those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, those who are known (or previously known) to children's social care, and those who may face other barriers to their learning and/or wellbeing. Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50301775) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The setting creates an inclusive environment where all children's needs are met, identifying emerging needs accurately and implementing targeted interventions quickly with support extending beyond the individual child to include parents and siblings. Partnerships with external professionals ensure timely referrals for assessments and support, facilitating a smooth transition to school. Early years pupil premium funding is effectively used to close any gaps for those facing disadvantage. Where children struggle to safely access group swimming lessons, staff adapt the timetable to facilitate individualised lessons, using a graduated approach to teach the skills needed for children to safely re-join the group lessons. EAL / language support The report does not provide specific details on EAL support, but the overall inclusive environment suggests a supportive approach for all children. Inspection history Most recent inspection 4 March 2026 Strong standard Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50301775) ## Frequently asked about St Francis Nursery ### What is St Francis Nursery working on improving? ### How can St Francis Nursery be contacted? ### Does St Francis Nursery take babies? ### Whereabouts is St Francis Nursery? ### How does St Francis Nursery support children with SEND? ### What kind of childcare setting is St Francis Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Francis Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### The Early Bird Pre-School Letchworth Garden City · SG6 3QN ](/nursery/the-early-bird-pre-school-cic-sg6-3qn-ey536671) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Letchworth Letchworth Garden City · SG6 4GY 4.9(14 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-letchworth-sg6-4gy-ey289914) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Kattz Kidz Letchworth · SG6 3BQ ](/nursery/kattz-kidz-sg6-3bq-ey543838) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Wonderland Day Nursery Letchworth · SG6 1FR ](/nursery/wonderland-day-nursery-limited-sg6-1fr-146469) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.5 mi ### Hitchin House Day Nursery Hitchin · SG4 0TW 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/hitchin-house-day-nursery-sg4-0tw-2570956) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Enchanted Day Nursery Letchworth Garden City · SG6 1AQ ](/nursery/enchanted-day-nursery-sg6-1aq-ey544663) [See all nurseries in LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY →](/search?q=LETCHWORTH+GARDEN+CITY) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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