Clyde Nursery School.
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About Clyde Nursery School.
Clyde Nursery School, a state nursery in Lewisham for children aged two to five, holds a Good rating from its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024. This represents a change from its previous inspection in 2013, when it was rated Outstanding overall. The current inspection report shows a mixed picture across different areas: while the overall effectiveness and leadership and management are both Good, inspectors rated personal development and behaviour and attitudes as Outstanding. The school is one of only three state nurseries in Lewisham, and it is the only one currently rated Good — the other two include Chelwood Nursery School, which is Outstanding and located 2.9 kilometres away. With 82 pupils on roll and a free school meal rate of 10 per cent, Clyde Nursery School serves a relatively small community of families in the borough.
Because Clyde Nursery School is a nursery, it does not participate in the standard primary or secondary school exam metrics like KS2 SATs or Progress 8. The most informative measure of its academic and developmental outcomes comes from the Ofsted inspection itself. The report highlights that personal development is Outstanding, which covers how well the school supports children’s social, emotional and physical growth. Behaviour and attitudes are also Outstanding, suggesting that children are engaged and well-settled. The quality of education is rated Good, meaning the curriculum and teaching are effective but not yet at the highest level. Compared with its previous Outstanding rating, the school has slipped in this area, but the inspectors noted strengths in leadership and management, which are also Good. For a nursery, these ratings give parents a clear sense of the school’s strengths in fostering early development.
The school offers a range of facilities including a gymnasium, library, sensory room and chapel, which is unusual for a state nursery and suggests a well-resourced environment. Sports provision includes swimming, dance and gymnastics, and there are clubs such as Art Club and Eco Club. The school has a strong SEND offer, with provisions for specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, social emotional and mental health needs, speech language and communication difficulties, physical disabilities and other difficulties. This makes it a potentially good fit for families whose children need additional support in their early years. With only 82 places and a low FSM rate, the school may be oversubscribed, so parents should check admissions criteria with the local authority. It suits families who value a broad, active early years curriculum with strong pastoral care and specialist facilities.
Key Details
| School Type | Nursery (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 5 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Alverton Street, Alverton Street, London, Lewisham, SE8 5NH |
| Headteacher | Cathryn Kinsey |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 82 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 May 2024. 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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
5Sports
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
- White British18.3%
- White (other)15.9%
- Mixed13.4%
- Asian3.6%
- Black1.2%
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
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
24
Total schools
21
Oversubscribed
19
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clyde 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
Alverton Street, Alverton Street, London
Lewisham, SE8 5NH
Journey to School
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