Alice Model Nursery School
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About Alice Model Nursery School
Alice Model Nursery School, a state nursery in Tower Hamlets for children aged two to five, holds an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, a grade it has maintained across both its most recent inspections. In its 2021 ungraded inspection, the school was confirmed to remain Outstanding, and its previous graded inspection in 2012 awarded top marks for overall effectiveness, leadership and management, and early years provision. This places it among just three nursery schools in the local authority to achieve the highest Ofsted rating, out of five such schools in total. The school is led by headteacher Kim Waters and has a small roll of 61 pupils, with 15 per cent eligible for free school meals. For a nursery, the most informative metric is the consistency of its Outstanding judgement over time, which signals strong early years practice from the outset.
Because Alice Model is a nursery, it does not participate in the standardised Key Stage 2 SATs or Progress 8 measures used for primary and secondary schools. Instead, its academic story is told through the Ofsted framework, which rated early years provision as Outstanding in 2012 and confirmed the school remains at that level in 2021. The inspection report highlighted strong leadership and management, also graded Outstanding. With no exam data to compare against the Tower Hamlets local authority average, parents should focus on the school's sustained track record of high-quality early education. The nearest other Outstanding-rated nursery is Columbia Market Nursery School, 2.1 kilometres away, giving families in the area a strong local option.
The school offers a range of facilities including art studios, music rooms, a dining hall, gymnasium, forest school and a chapel, alongside sports such as swimming, gymnastics and dance. There is an art club for enrichment. For children with additional needs, the school provides specialist support for speech, language and communication, as well as hearing impairment. As a state nursery with no boarding provision, it serves local families in Tower Hamlets seeking a strong early years foundation. Given its Outstanding rating, small cohort and dedicated SEND provisions, Alice Model is particularly well suited to parents who prioritise a high-quality start in a setting that has consistently met the highest standards of early education.
Key Details
| School Type | Nursery (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 5 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 14 Beaumont Grove, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 4NQ |
| Headteacher | Kim Waters |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 61 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (7 Oct 2021): School remains Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
4Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- Asian77.0%
- White British8.2%
- Mixed8.2%
- Black1.6%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
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47
Total schools
41
Oversubscribed
34
Primary
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alice Model Nursery School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
14 Beaumont Grove, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 4NQ
14 Beaumont Grove, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 4NQ
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