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# Waverley School and Nursery

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Ofsted: Good

(Jul 2023) 

· Waverley School, Waverley Way, Wokingham, RG40 4YD · Wokingham 

Number of places

48 places

Age range

0–2 yrs

Last inspected

Jul 2023

Local authority

Wokingham

About 

-   About 
-   Pricing 
-   Ofsted 
-   Inclusion 
-   FAQ 

-   [About](#about)
-   [Pricing](#pricing)
-   [Ofsted](#ofsted)
-   [Inclusion](#inclusion)
-   [FAQ](#faq)

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## About this day nursery

Waverley School and Nursery, situated in Wokingham, is a co-educational independent day school offering education to children from 3 months to 11 years old. The institution is recognised for its strong academic performance within a supportive and family-like atmosphere.

The school comprises a Pre-Prep section for ages 4-7 and a Prep section for ages 7-11. Waverley emphasises comprehensive development, focusing on core skills like reading, writing, and mathematics, while also exposing children to a wide array of subjects such as ICT, Art, History, Geography, Science, Music, and Languages, taught by specialised educators.

They also offer a variety of extracurricular activities, sports, and educational trips. The school prides itself on challenging each student to achieve their personal best within a nurturing environment, believing that happy and confident children are the most effective learners.

With small class sizes, averaging 21 pupils, and a high pupil-to-teacher ratio, the school provides individualised attention. Their single-form entry system ensures that staff know every child well, allowing for tailored education that addresses individual strengths and weaknesses, and fosters social skills and confidence across age groups.

Waverley School promotes good manners, respect for others, and self-responsibility in learning. Their academic excellence has earned them the 'Best in Berkshire' ranking, being the sole Prep School to feature in The Times Top 100 Prep Schools for 12 consecutive years, and currently ranks 33rd nationally for under-11s based on Year 6 SATS results.

What it's like

Children benefit from fun, engaging and interesting activities that help them develop concentration and promote learning. They form strong bonds with staff, who know their key children very well, fostering a sense of safety and security. Children receive age-appropriate guidance and support to understand expected behaviour and learn self-regulation.

Academic Excellence Nurturing Environment Small Class Sizes Specialist Teachers 

## Pricing & funding

Pricing on request 

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## Key facts

Opening hours

07:30-18:00

Age range

3 months to 11 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

## Ofsted rating for Waverley School and Nursery

Last inspected 12 July 2023 · Sheena Bankier

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 benefit from fun, engaging and interesting activities that help them develop concentration and promote learning. They form strong bonds with staff, who know their key children very well, fostering a sense of safety and security. Children receive age-appropriate guidance and support to understand expected behaviour and learn self-regulation.

Inspector highlights

-   Children benefit from a well-considered environment which supports their care and learning needs effectively. 
-   Children enjoy local walks in the community, helping them become aware of the world they live in. 
-   Children's needs are very well considered on entry and when they move rooms. 
-   Children receive lots of praise and encouragement from staff, which builds their sense of self and confidence effectively. 
-   Parent partnerships are strong and effective, with ongoing communication promoting a consistent approach to meeting individual needs. 

Areas to develop

-   1 review how changes of routines are managed by staff and support them to engage children in more consistently purposeful play and learning during these times 
-   2 reflect on the curriculum intent and implementation by staff, to identify areas to extend children's learning and development more effectively, to help them build further on their skills and knowledge. 

Inspection #10301954 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226035)

### Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Waverley School and Nursery

Inspection date

Jul 2023

Inspection no.

10301954

Lead inspector

Sheena Bankier

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

[Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226035)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2687234)

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Inclusion & environment

## How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children enjoy local walks in the community, helping them become aware of the world they live in. Toddlers benefit from resources that challenge their physical skills, such as learning to move themselves on balance bicycles and steer these.

Inspection history

Date: July 2023

-   August 2023 Good 
-   July 2023 Good 

## Frequently asked about Waverley School and Nursery

### What type of nursery is Waverley School and Nursery?

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### How was Waverley School and Nursery rated by Ofsted?

### From what age does Waverley School and Nursery accept children?

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