A Day In The Life

Welcome to Little Oaks Nursery at The Oratory Prep School

At Little Oaks Nursery, we’re all about nurturing young explorers in a warm, friendly environment where curiosity and discovery come to life. Nestled in the heart of The Oratory Prep School’s beautiful 65-acre campus, Little Oaks gives children (ages 2-4) the perfect place to begin their learning journey.

We have three classes in Little Oaks:

  • Nursery for our 2 year olds
  • Kindergarten for our 3 year olds
  • Pre-Reception for our 4 year olds

Flexible, Year-Round Care

Designed with flexibility in mind, Little Oaks is open from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, 50 weeks of the year. Families can choose from:

  • Morning Session (8:15 am – 11:45 am)
  • School Day (8:15 am – 3:30 pm)
  • Full Day (7:30 am – 6:00 pm)

Our sessions are inclusive of meals, snacks and specialist activities, ensuring children receive nutritious food and engaging experiences throughout the day. Government funding is available for up to 15 hours per week for eligible 3 and 4 year olds. Flexible payment options are available.

Supporting Development and Growth

Our curriculum is carefully shaped around each stage of early childhood. In Nursery, Kindergarten and Pre-Reception, children learn through play, hands-on exploration and plenty of individual attention. Along the way they develop key skills in language, movement and social interaction. We help each child grow in confidence, ready for the step into Reception and the adventures of prep school life.

Daily Communication & Parent Community

We keep parents informed with daily handovers and updates on the Tapestry app. We value open communication and are here to support you and your child at every stage. Parents are welcomed to The OPS community as well as the children. We offer swimming, tennis, football and choir to our parent body every week during term time so that you too make new friends quickly. We love welcoming parents, grandparents and extended family to join us for events throughout the year.

Explore Little Oaks

Ready to start the journey? We’d love to welcome you and your child to The Oratory Prep School community. To learn more or arrange a visit, contact us at admissions@oratoryprep.co.uk.

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“My son has a naturally outgoing personality, but I have no doubt that his confidence, enthusiasm (for pretty much everything in life!) and his comfort in being himself comes in large part from all the work and care provided by you all – thank you for looking after my pride and joy!”

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Admissions

Deciding on the right school is a significant choice and we’re here to ensure the admissions process is as personal and straightforward as possible. At The Oratory Prep School, we approach admissions with clarity and care, recognising that each family’s journey is unique. From your first enquiry to the day your child joins us, we will guide you through every step.
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