The Nursery School accepts boys and girls from the age of 2 years 9 months and has a staff ratio of one adult to eight children. In the Nursery children learn to play constructively and co-operatively as they are encouraged to take part in a variety of activities. There are plenty of opportunities for physical play in the outdoor play area. At the appropriate time, the children spend a greater proportion of the day in Pre-Prep where they receive a thorough grounding in the basics of reading, writing and number work. Each child is encouraged to develop at his or her own pace, and small groups ensure much individual attention.

All children, regardless of their abilities, backgrounds, gender and ethnicity are given equal opportunities and access to all aspects of the curriculum. Children enjoy a wealth of stories and poems, and develop listening and speaking skills. They take part in a wide variety of pre-reading activities. Through practical activities the children explore colour, number and shape, using appropriate mathematical language. They use number rhymes and games, learn to sort, match and sequence, and gradually progress to written work.