James Lee Nursery School, London
James Lee Nursery School is a nursery school for pupils aged 2 to 5 in London. It was rated Outstanding at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in May 2013. Ofsted's ungraded inspection in May 2023 did not change this grade.
- Ofsted
- Outstanding (2013)
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
James Lee Nursery School in detail
Who goes there
4.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 75.6% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Mixed (19%), other ethnic groups (17%) and White British (10%).
In 2026, 7 pupils (17.1%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.
Getting there
The nearest Underground station is Barons Court Underground Station, about 210 metres away (roughly a 3-minute walk).
10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Brook Green, 210 metres away.
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 years agoThis judgement is from May 2013, 13 years ago, longer than Ofsted's usual 4-year cycle: the school may have changed since.
Overall
Latest (ungraded) inspection: The school remains Outstanding.
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's May 2023 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
James Lee creates a warm, nurturing environment where children feel secure and loved while developing independence and resilience. Staff are highly skilled at deepening children's learning through expert questioning and thoughtful interactions, and they excel at supporting all children including those with additional needs. Children develop a genuine love of learning and reading, and are exceptionally well-prepared for the move to primary school.
Key Strengths
- Expert staff who skillfully guide children's learning through thoughtful questioning and interaction
- Exceptional support for children with SEND, ensuring they access the full curriculum alongside their peers
- Strong focus on communication and language development, with staff modeling ambitious vocabulary
- Rich enrichment activities including weekly visits to Wimbledon Common, yoga and 'wiggle waggle' sessions
- Impeccable behavior and positive relationships, with children learning to solve conflicts respectfully
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff knowing families well and quickly identifying concerns, receiving regular training, and leaders ensuring a safe environment with appropriate supervision.
Extracurricular Activities
Wiggle waggle sessions, yoga, weekly visits to Wimbledon Common, eco school committee activities, breakfast club
James Lee Nursery School continues to be an outstanding nursery that gives children an exceptional start to their education. Staff develop warm, nurturing relationships and create an engaging environment where children feel happy, secure and well-prepared for primary school.
At a Glance
4.9%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby nursery schools
Keep up with James Lee Nursery School
Getting There
Train Stations
Tube / Metro / Tram
Bus Stops
Free school transport
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Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 184
- Fatal
- 2
- Serious
- 34
- Children hurt
- 9
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 184 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 2 fatal, 34 serious and 148 slight.
9 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 3 on foot, 2 on a bicycle and 4 in a vehicle or otherwise.
25 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Hammersmith and Fulham is 146 (the median across 81 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Hammersmith and Fulham council
Places available
1,503
Applications
1,109
Got 1st preference
64.5%
Got preferred school
92.0%
All secondary applications across Hammersmith and Fulham council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(6)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
7
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
17.1%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
41
Total Pupils
27
Boys
14
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
5
Teachers
8.2:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£67,466
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about James Lee Nursery School
What is James Lee Nursery School's Ofsted rating?
James Lee Nursery School's most recent Ofsted inspection, in May 2023, was ungraded, so it gave no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in May 2013, it was rated Outstanding.
What is the catchment area for James Lee Nursery School?
No fixed boundary. When James Lee Nursery School is oversubscribed, Hammersmith and Fulham allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How many pupils go to James Lee Nursery School?
James Lee Nursery School has around 41 pupils on roll. 5% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to James Lee Nursery School?
Apply through Hammersmith and Fulham's coordinated admissions process, naming James Lee Nursery School on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near James Lee Nursery School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 184 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 2 fatal, 34 serious and 148 slight. 9 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 3 on foot, 2 on a bicycle and 4 in a vehicle or otherwise. 25 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Hammersmith and Fulham is 146 (the median across 81 schools, same distance and years).
Where is James Lee Nursery School?
James Lee Nursery School is at Gliddon Road, London, W14 9BH.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)