A vision for children’s growth and happiness

WHO WE ARE

Since 1968, St James Pre-School has been a trusted educational institution in the heart of Muswell Hill. We’re proud to be Ofsted registered since 1998 and recognised as a London Borough of Haringey registered charitable pre-school setting. Our Pre-School's connection to the Church, St James Muswell Hill, is of utmost importance to us and serves as the foundation of our values and ethos.

St James Church Muswell Hill with parents and children gathered in the church

Our Ethos

We warmly welcome families of all beliefs, cultures, genders, abilities and races. We encourage the growth of spiritual and moral values based on the Christian faith, by maintaining a well disciplined, yet happy and nurturing environment.

Our Aims

  • Foster a caring and stimulating environment that supports the holistic growth and development of children aged 2 - 4 years old.

  • Embrace child-led, free-flow learning through play, empowering each child to explore, create, and discover at their own pace.

  • Cultivate strong partnerships with parents and caregivers, actively involving them in their child's learning journey to support their fullest growth and development.

  • Contribute positively to the well-being of our community, creating a sense of belonging and connection for children, families, and staff.

  • Promote equality and value diversity, fostering an inclusive and respectful environment that celebrates the unique qualities and backgrounds of each child.

What We offer

  • Care and attention, tailored to meet each child’s individual needs, made possible by our high adult-to-child ratios.

  • Stimulating activities based on children’s interests, carefully planned to support their developmental journey.

  • Flexible play environment with lots of opportunities for indoor and outdoor play fostering children’s independence, curiosity and creativity.

  • Exclusive access to a spacious indoor hall, providing consistently active and engaging days in a fun and safe environment, regardless of the weather.

  • Thoughtfully designed pre-school classroom with diverse resources for imaginative play, problem-solving, sharing, and turn-taking.

  • Regular weekly communication through Tapestry, a private access online journal that records your child’s learning and fun experiences, complemented with calls or meetings with teachers.