Margaret McMillan Nursery School
URN: 100384 • London N19 3SF
Overview
- Name
- Margaret McMillan Nursery School
- URN
- 100384
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 41.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karen Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02072812745
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hornsey Rise, London N19 3SF
Summary
Margaret McMillan Nursery School is a local authority nursery located in Islington, London, serving a diverse community with over twenty languages spoken among families. The school prioritises a child-centred approach, ensuring that each child's unique potential is recognised and nurtured. The ethos revolves around creating a supportive environment where children can explore, learn, and develop independence through play-based activities.
The curriculum at Margaret McMillan follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on three prime areas: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language; and Physical Development. Additionally, four specific areas—Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design—are integrated to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Staff work closely with children, observing their progress and tailoring activities to extend their learning based on individual interests.
The nursery also operates as a Children’s Centre, offering additional services for families with children under five. This holistic approach fosters strong partnerships with parents and the community, ensuring that children receive well-rounded support during their formative years.
The curriculum at Margaret McMillan follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on three prime areas: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language; and Physical Development. Additionally, four specific areas—Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design—are integrated to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Staff work closely with children, observing their progress and tailoring activities to extend their learning based on individual interests.
The nursery also operates as a Children’s Centre, offering additional services for families with children under five. This holistic approach fosters strong partnerships with parents and the community, ensuring that children receive well-rounded support during their formative years.
Useful links
- Daycare Report (other)
- Margaret McMillan (other)
- Early Years Report (other)
- visit the Islington website here (other)
Nearby alternatives
- College Green School and Services (82.7)
- Comet Nursery School and Children's Centre (82.7)
- Holmewood Nursery School (79.7)
- Chelsea Open Air Nursery School (76.8)
- Chelwood Nursery School (76.7)
Key details
- LA
- Islington
- Age range
- 0 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 81
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 40
- FSM %
- 22.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 81 | 41 | 40 | 22.20 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 84 | 48 | 36 | 15.80 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 96 | 47 | 49 | 32.70 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 96 | 47 | 49 | 32.70 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 81 | 41 | 40 | 21.30 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 122 | 63 | 59 | 15.90 |
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