--- title: "St Paul's Nursery, Oxford — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "St Paul's Nursery in Oxford — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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St Paul's Nursery # St Paul's Nursery in Oxford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · 119a Walton Street, Oxford, OX2 6AH · Oxfordshire Number of places 16 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Oxfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Somerville College established St. Paul's Nursery to provide childcare for its academics and postgraduates, reflecting a commitment to supporting women in their careers. This initiative, pioneered by Nobel laureate Dorothy Hodgkin, addresses the clear need for childcare solutions to enable women to pursue their work without hindrance. As a foundational provider of such facilities, Somerville College continues to be one of the select institutions offering dedicated childcare services. What it's like Children show that they are happy as they arrive at the nursery and separate confidently from their parents. They are eager to play and explore the activities set out by staff, receiving good support and making good progress from their starting points. Effective key-person arrangements are in place, with staff gaining comprehensive information about children's backgrounds and individual needs to support their interests. ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.some.ox.ac.uk/study-here/funding-opportunities/) ## Key facts Opening hours 8.45am to 5.15pm, all year round, except for two weeks at Christmas Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Paul's Nursery Last inspected 12 November 2024 Safeguarding effective 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 show that they are happy as they arrive at the nursery and separate confidently from their parents. They are eager to play and explore the activities set out by staff, receiving good support and making good progress from their starting points. Effective key-person arrangements are in place, with staff gaining comprehensive information about children's backgrounds and individual needs to support their interests. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and feel safe at the nursery. - Effective key-person arrangements are in place. - Staff build children's independence effectively. - The management team works well with staff to provide a good-quality learning provision. - Children have many opportunities to explore sensory experiences inside and outside the nursery. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to consider how to engage all children during activities and allow children more time to problem solve to develop their critical-thinking skills - 2 strengthen methods of coaching and mentoring to further enhance and build on the quality of staff practice to even higher levels. Inspection #10367374 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263977) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Paul's Nursery Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10367374 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50263977)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/134024) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-paul-s-nursery-ox2-6ah-134024) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff gain a comprehensive amount of information about children's backgrounds and individual needs when children first start with them. This helps them to support their interests and include unique aspects about the children and their families within their day. Outdoor space Children have many opportunities to explore sensory experiences outside the nursery. Children of all ages enjoy being physically active and have fun as they explore outdoors, which allows them opportunities to climb, negotiate space and take part in imaginative play. Activities such as playing at the park and yoga help children with their balance, coordination and motor skills. Inspection history Date: January 2008 - December 2024 Good - February 2019 Good - February 2019 Good - January 2016 Good - November 2015 Good - January 2015 Requires improvement - December 2014 Requires improvement - August 2011 Good - July 2011 Good - January 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about St Paul's Nursery ### What is the address of St Paul's Nursery? ### Does St Paul's Nursery take babies? ### What does the staffing team look like at St Paul's Nursery? ### How can St Paul's Nursery be contacted? ### Is St Paul's Nursery Ofsted registered? ### How does St Paul's Nursery support children with SEND? ### When was St Paul's Nursery established? ## Nearby day nurseries in Oxford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Paul's Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### St Anne's College Day Nursery Oxford · OX2 6HS 4.4(71 reviews) ](/nursery/st-anne-s-college-day-nursery-ox2-6hs-134022) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Bradmore Road Day Nursery Oxford · OX2 6QW 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/bradmore-road-day-nursery-ox2-6qw-2641201) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### St Thomas's Day Nursery Oxford · OX1 1JP ](/nursery/st-thomas-s-day-nursery-ox1-1jp-134023) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Kids Planet Woodstock Road Oxford · OX2 7ND ](/nursery/kids-planet-woodstock-road-ox2-7nd-2641107) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.6 mi ### Your Co-op Little Pioneers Oxford Station Oxford · OX1 1LF 3.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/your-co-op-little-pioneers-nursery-pre-school-oxford-ox1-1te-2777663) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Polstead Preschool Oxford · OX2 6TN 4.3(49 reviews) ](/nursery/polstead-preschool-ox2-6tn-133989) [See all nurseries in Oxford →](/search?q=Oxford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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