Our aim at St Mary's is to provide a loving and caring atmosphere which helps the children make an easier transition from home life into the wider world in preparation for school. Our philosophy is learning through play and our play activities support the areas of learning which form the essential basis for later studies in school.

St Mary's Nursery School was formerly known as St Mary's Pre-School which started in September 1987 in the Parish room of St.Mary's Church, Crowborough. In September 2001 we moved to the current site next to the main school building in a purpose built mobile classroom with a fenced garden, with a covered pergola for outside play in all weathers.

The Nursery School is OFSTED registered and we are able to provide half day and full day care provision for up to 20 children.

There is a good working relationship with St Mary's School and we are lucky to have the use of the school's facilities and have several opportunities to visit for various activities.

Please be aware that a place at the Nursery does NOT guarantee a place at St.Mary's School.

We offer your child:

A specially tailored curriculum leading to Early Learning goals

A high level of individual care and attention

The support of a personal Key Worker

Fun and friendship with adults and other children


During the year we follow a set curriculum, covering many varied topics. We also arrange for a number of visitors from the local community to come in and visit the children.

All the Nursery staff are professionally trained and CRB checked. They are supported by a committee of parents who are respoonsible for the overall management of the nursery.

As St.Mary's Nursery is a registered charity, we carry out a number of fundraising activities throughout the year. These include sponsored bike rides, sports days and raffles etc. All the funds raised are put back into the Nursery. Recent purchases have included a computer, storage units, toys, outside play equipment and the covered pergola.