Hopelands Nursery

Hopelands Nursery

 

 

Inspiring, Friendly, Nurturing and Calming – Welcome to Hopelands Prep Nursery School!

At Hopelands Prep Nursery School, we provide a happy and engaging environment where children aged 3 and above are encouraged to learn through play, build lasting friendships, and grow into confident, curious individuals.

Led by a highly experienced Early Years teacher, our nursery is built on strong, supportive relationships with both children and their families. By understanding each child’s unique personality, interests, and needs, we create tailored learning experiences that spark joy and foster meaningful development—because we believe that happiness is the foundation of successful learning.

Why Choose Hopelands Nursery for Your Child?

  • Led by Experience: Your child will be guided by a qualified and experienced Early Years teacher dedicated to their development.

  • Seamless Integration: Enjoy the benefits of a nursery that is part of a well-established prep school, with access to the whole school and exciting play areas.

  • Holistic Development: We provide a caring environment where children can grow socially and emotionally, preparing them for school life with confidence.

  • Creative Exploration: Specialist teachers inspire young minds through music, art, dance, and Spanish, sparking creativity from the very beginning.

  • Passion for Play & Sport: Our physical education programme nurtures a love for movement, teamwork, and games.

  • Nature-Based Learning: Our Forest School sessions, set in the stunning grounds of Westonbirt School, offer magical outdoor learning adventures.

  • Curiosity & Discovery: Every day is filled with activities tailored to encourage exploration and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

  • Strong Values: We instil confidence, kindness, and a lifelong love of learning—ensuring every child is happy and supported.

  • Beyond the Classroom: Children can enjoy a wide range of fun extracurricular activities, including music, construction, and creative play.

A Head Start in Lifelong Learning

From the very beginning, our children benefit from access to specialist teaching in subjects including: Spanish, Art, PE, Music, Dance

This early exposure to a broad and enriching curriculum fosters creativity, builds confidence, and nurtures a lasting love for learning—ensuring a smooth and confident transition into school life.

Learning Through Play and Purpose

Our nurturing environment strikes a thoughtful balance between play, social interaction, and structured learning. Through every activity, children are supported and encouraged to explore, discover, and thrive.

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework, carefully designing our activities around the seven key areas of learning and development:

  1. Communication and Language

  2. Personal, Social and Emotional Development

  3. Physical Development

  4. Literacy

  5. Mathematics

  6. Understanding the World

  7. Expressive Arts and Design

Located next to the Reception class, our nursery enjoys the benefit of a free-flow environment between the two settings. This allows us to adapt to each child’s individual pace—offering the right level of challenge and emotional support at every step. In this way, we help every child fulfil their academic potential while building the emotional resilience and confidence needed for a happy and successful school experience.

Structure of the Nursery School Day:

  • The school day is 8:30am – 3.45pm
  • Additional school care is available both in the morning, from 7.45am and after school, until 5.30pm.

15 hours Early Years Free Entitlement Funding & Childcare Vouchers

Hopelands Prep is registered and accepts the Government’s Early Years Education Funding for 3 and 4 year old’s which, subject to terms and conditions, provides free education of up to 15 hours per week during term-time (35 weeks per year). The Funding periods are 1 Sept – 31 Dec; 1 Jan – 31 Mar; 1 Apr – 31 Aug.

Funding is applied for by the school for the period following a child’s 3rd birthday and finishes at the end of the period in which they turn 5.

Nursery Term Fees – please visit the School Fees Page.

The minimum number of days a child can attend the nursery is 3.

Discover the difference focus, imagination and creativity could make to your child and contact the Registrar, Sam Compton, on 01453 822164 or scompton@hopelands.org.uk to arrange your personal tour.