Business Details
Trusted Child Care and Early Education in Harrow
Established by Claire Severino, a highly qualified educator with 16 years of experience in nursery and primary education, our nurseries provide exceptional early years care and education across Harrow. Our child-centred approach fosters creativity, individuality, and self-confidence through purpose-designed environments featuring bright, spacious rooms and modern outdoor play areas. With staff trained in specialist areas including SEN support, PECS, and speech and language development, we deliver an inclusive curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.Our nurseries maintain strong partnerships with parents and local services, including Harrow's Speech and Language Therapy team, to ensure every child reaches their full potential. OFSTED-recognised excellence in Foundation Stage practice underpins our commitment to high-quality early years education.
Services
Early Years Education
Special Needs Support
After School Care
Parent Partnerships
SEN Provision
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist SEN provision with experienced staff trained in PECS and speech therapy
- Our nurseries maintain OFSTED-recognised excellent Foundation Stage practice
- Three convenient Harrow locations with purpose-designed learning environments
- We provide inclusive education supporting children with developmental language disorder
- Our team includes staff with 16 years' experience in primary education leadership
Services
Early Years Education
Our curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on holistic development through structured play and learning activities. We support children aged 1-5 years in developing key skills across six learning areas including literacy, mathematics, and personal development. Our OFSTED-recognised programme ensures school readiness through age-appropriate educational experiences.
Special Needs Support
Specialist support for children with additional needs including autism, Down syndrome, and physical disabilities. Our staff hold specific training in PECS, hoist operation, and speech therapy techniques like Elklan. We work closely with Harrow's Speech and Language Therapy service to implement individualised education plans and support EHCP processes.
Parent Partnerships
We maintain strong collaborative relationships with families through regular progress updates and key person systems. Our approach aligns with statutory requirements for parental involvement in early years education. Parents receive ongoing communication about their child's development and learning achievements through formal meetings and informal daily updates.
After School Care
Flexible childcare provision operating 48 weeks annually from 8am-6pm at our St Pauls location. This service extends beyond standard term-time hours to accommodate working parents' schedules. Includes structured activities and supervised play in our purpose-designed facilities with qualified early years practitioners.
SEN Provision
Designated provision for children with Developmental Language Disorder and other special educational needs. Our team implements individualised learning plans with specialist resources and equipment. We collaborate with external therapists and local authority services to ensure comprehensive support for children requiring additional educational provision.
People
Claire Severino
Owner & Director
BA and MA qualified educator with 16 years' experience in nursery education and Foundation Stage leadership. OFSTED-recognised expert in early years practice, previously working across Harrow's schools and children's centres. Oversees curriculum delivery and nursery operations.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We accept children from 1 year old up to school age across our three nursery locations in Harrow.
Do you support children with special needs?
Yes, we have specialist SEN provision with trained staff for children with autism, Down syndrome, and developmental language disorders.
What are your operating hours?
St Pauls nursery operates 8am-6pm, 48 weeks/year. Other locations operate term-time only from 9am-12pm or 9am-3pm.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through key person systems, progress updates, and collaborative planning with families.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our programme follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework with focus on holistic child development and school readiness.
How can I visit the nursery?
Contact us directly to arrange a visit and see our facilities, staff, and meet current parents.
Reviews (3)
Pari S.
Jun 29, 2021
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This is one of the best nurseries in the area. My son started going to nursery a few months back and I was so worried about settling him down. But to my surprise once he was settled he enjoys going to nursery now. He loves it. The staff is awesome and specially Claire is always helpful and supportive. I am so glad we decided on this nursery. We receive regular updates and observations via app and its lovely to see them. Thank you all to all the staff at this nursery. It should definitely classified as an outstanding nursery.
Mercy Wahome
Aug 14, 2020
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Best Nursery ever! They looked after 2 of my kids and were wonderful. The staff were professional and my kids loved it there.
Ionela Clipa
Nov 11, 2019
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Very good place to leave your precious little one in a safe, entertained and educative place. She has learned a lot from going to nursery, being a bilingual child is sometimes taught but she has learned and now she is confident and happy. Staff very friendly and helpful.
