Dorothy Gardner Nursery School
URN: 101105 • London W9 3JY
Overview
- Name
- Dorothy Gardner Nursery School
- URN
- 101105
- 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
- 58.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ben Commins (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02089695835
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 293 Shirland Road, London W9 3JY
Summary
Dorothy Gardner Nursery School is a local authority nursery located in Westminster, London, catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 70 pupils. The school prides itself on being inclusive and nurturing, fostering a strong sense of community among families, many of whom return across generations. The ethos of the nursery is built around three core values: respect, growth, and uniqueness, which guide the development of children in a supportive environment.
The curriculum at Dorothy Gardner encourages exploration and creativity, helping children develop resilience and a love for learning. Staff members are dedicated role models who maintain high expectations for each child's potential. The nursery aims to create trusting relationships, enabling children to value themselves and the world around them.
As part of the London Community Education Federation, Dorothy Gardner Nursery School collaborates with other local educational settings to provide a seamless learning journey for children and their families. The federation's commitment to community support and innovative programs enhances the educational experience, ensuring that every child is equipped to thrive.
The curriculum at Dorothy Gardner encourages exploration and creativity, helping children develop resilience and a love for learning. Staff members are dedicated role models who maintain high expectations for each child's potential. The nursery aims to create trusting relationships, enabling children to value themselves and the world around them.
As part of the London Community Education Federation, Dorothy Gardner Nursery School collaborates with other local educational settings to provide a seamless learning journey for children and their families. The federation's commitment to community support and innovative programs enhances the educational experience, ensuring that every child is equipped to thrive.
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- Home (other)
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-  (other)
- 020 8969 5835 (other)
- About Us (other)
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- Reports and Policies (other)
- Welcome, Vision, Values (other)
- Who’s Who (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
- Westminster
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 70
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 29
- FSM %
- 31.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 70 | 41 | 29 | 31.80 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 74 | 39 | 35 | 35.70 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 76 | 42 | 34 | 16.70 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 76 | 42 | 34 | 16.70 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 66 | 38 | 28 | 30.80 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 74 | 37 | 37 | 33.30 |
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