St Laurence Pre School

About this day nursery

St Laurence Pre School, located in the heart of Upminster and established for over 30 years, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. Situated conveniently behind Upminster Library and near local schools and Upminster Station, it provides easy access for parents.

The pre-school prides itself on a dedicated team of qualified Early Years Practitioners who foster a family-like atmosphere, ensuring children feel secure and at home. Their curriculum is guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage, focusing on well-being, learning, and development, and aims to build resilient, confident, and self-assured individuals.

The facility boasts a free-flowing indoor-to-outdoor space with various resources like a large climbing frame, sand tables, and a mud kitchen, encouraging immersive play and exploration. Furthermore, the pre-school embeds new skills such as French, Phonics, and Sign Language into play to broaden children's knowledge.

They also maintain strong relationships with local schools to facilitate a smooth transition for children entering full-time education. Parents are invited to arrange a guided tour to experience the pre-school firsthand.

Our ethos

We are guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage and have a carefully planned academic curriculum which contributes to each child’s wellbeing, learning and development. We pride ourselves on working in close partnership with our families supporting each child to achieve their own goals and develop into resilient, confident, self assured individuals.

What it's like

Children are happy and arrive at the pre-school eager to learn. Staff's interaction with children is warm, caring and nurturing, which positively impacts children's confidence and self-esteem. Policies and procedures are well-implemented, ensuring children's safety and well-being, while consistent routines help children feel secure.

Pricing & funding