Where children grow and families flourish
Ofsted Inspection Report, 2022
St. Francis Nursery and Family Centre offers high quality, Ofsted registered,
early education and care for children aged from 9months – 5 years; we also provide
holistic family support, helping to give all children the best possible start in life.
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to St. Francis Nursery and Family Centre, where children and families are at the heart of everything we do. I have been the manager of St. Francis for 20 years and I am delighted to introduce you to our supportive community.
At St. Francis, each child is valued as an individual. We are passionate about teaching and learning and are committed to providing the highest standards of care and education for every child. We understand that pre-school children flourish in a caring, creative and fun environment. Our aim is to help each child thrive by providing stimulating activities that engage their imaginations and help them find joy in learning!
At St Francis, we also support the entire family through our community hub. We provide educational workshops, family support services and lots of social events, including day trips to safari parks and the seaside!
Please get in touch to arrange a visit. We would love to welcome
you to our community.
Warm regards,
Manager, St. Francis Nursery and Family Centre
Where children grow and families flourish.
High quality care and education
A small nurturing environment. All our staff are qualified and experienced (and trained paediatric First Aiders).
Focused on the whole child
Focused on the whole child, including children’s social and emotional development.
Flexible sessions
Various funded options available and flexible sessions to accommodate family needs.
Holistic Family Support
Support for the entire family through our St Francis Community Hub.
Parent of child aged 3
Up to 30 hours of government childcare funding available for working parents.
Up to 15 hours of government childcare funding available for parents in receipt of certain benefits.
Up to 15 hours of government childcare funding available for all families.
At St Francis Nursery, we provide two options.
Term-time only places
15 hours per week
Monday to Friday (am or pm)
Morning Sessions: 9am – 12pm
Afternoon sessions: 2pm – 5pm
These hours can be fully funded for children eligible for government funding
Full year (51 weeks)
Between 20 and 50 hours per week (parents/carers choice)
Monday to Friday, 8am – 6pm
Children eligible for government funding may access their funded hours at no cost.
Additional hours are optional and charged privately.
Babies
Toddlers/Pre-school
Outdoor space
Healthy Food and Snacks are provided throughout the day
At St. Francis’ nursery and family centre, we recognise that parents are children’s first and most important educators. So, we work with you to develop your skills and empower you to play an active role in supporting your child’s education.
We understand that in order for children to grow and flourish, their family must feel supported and connected to a broader community.
Our community hub provides support that your family can tap into.
Parent, St. Francis Nursery and Family Centre
To help you support your child, we offer workshops on various topics including: mental health support, child development, health and nutrition, budgeting and speech & language.
We can help you navigate the various support services available. Examples include: applying for childcare funding; helping signpost for housing support; helping understand UK benefits system.
We provide the opportunity to meet other families, build friendships, access local resources and attend family day trips. In addition to this, you have access to our toy library and book club.
Mother, St. Francis Nursery & Family Centre
We invite you to start your journey with us by watching our virtual tour video. It offers a glimpse into the wonderful and nurturing environment we provide for your child.
However, nothing compares to experiencing it in person. We warmly encourage you to
book a visit and immerse yourself in the atmosphere where your child will grow, learn and
flourish.
Come meet our dedicated staff at St. Francis, explore our engaging play areas and feel the sense of community that makes our nursery a special place for your child.
Find us at 34 Wade’s Place, Poplar, London,
E14 0DE
To arrange a visit:
020 7987 8257
Enquire
To apply directly, download and complete our application
form and send it to enquiries@stfrancisnursery.org.uk
Policies
Accident and Incident Reporting Policy
Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
Emergency Evacuation Policy and Procedures
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy
First Aid Policy and Medicines Policy
Funding Entitlements and Fee Policy
Healthy and Safe Eating Policy
Representation & Complaints Procedure
Risk Management Policy and Procedures
St. Francis Nursery & Family Centre Services are delivered by the Catholic Children’s Society (CCS). As a
registered charity (No. 210920) we work with children and families of all faiths and none. We provide inclusive services that reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve.
