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Lea Nursery School

Slough, SL2 5JWNurseryAges 2–4MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Apr 2023
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About Lea Nursery School

Lea Nursery School in Slough is a state-funded nursery for children aged 2 to 4, currently home to 98 pupils. That figure sits against the school's published capacity, and while the data doesn't give the exact capacity number, the fact that the school is a standalone nursery rather than part of a larger primary suggests a deliberately contained, early-years-focused environment. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals isn't provided in the data, so it's hard to compare directly with the Slough or national average, but the school's location in a diverse, urban borough means its intake likely reflects the local community. Demand seems strong: the school is one of only five state nurseries in the Slough local authority area, and just two of those — including this one — hold an Outstanding rating from their previous inspection. The nearest Outstanding alternative, Slough Centre Nursery School, is 2.4 km away, so for families in this part of town, Lea Nursery is a key local option. The school is non-denominational and mixed, with headteacher Michelle Birch leading a team that caters specifically to the youngest learners.

Key Details

School TypeNursery (State)
Age Range2 to 4 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressWexham Road, Wexham Road, SLOUGH, Slough, SL2 5JW
HeadteacherMichelle Birch
Local AuthoritySlough
Number of Pupils98
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

25 Apr 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

4
Outdoor PlaygroundDining HallSensory RoomChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

4

Sports

Swimming

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubGardeningArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismSpeech & LanguageVision

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

School day

Verified

Teaching hours

08:35 – 11:35

Breakfast club

08:00-08:35

Source: lea-nursery.slough.sch.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lea Nursery School

Lea Nursery School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.