Pound Park Nursery School, London
Pound Park Nursery School is a nursery school for pupils aged 2 to 4 in London. It was rated Outstanding at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in September 2011. Ofsted's ungraded inspection in November 2024 did not change this grade.
- Ofsted
- Outstanding (2011)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Pound Park Nursery School in detail
What parents say
35 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about Pound Park Nursery School (as of September 2025): 100% would recommend the school, 100% say their child is happy there and 100% of those with a view say bullying is dealt with well.
The strongest agreement was that the school deals with bullying well (among parents with a view) (100%); the weakest, that the school has high expectations for their child (89%).
Who goes there
21.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 34.3% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are White British (28%), Black (25%) and Mixed (12%).
In 2026, 27 pupils (19.7%) received SEN support and 1 (0.7%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Charlton Station, about 670 metres away (roughly a 8-minute walk).
10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Pound Park Road, 80 metres away.
Sources: Ofsted Parent View; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoThis judgement is from September 2011, 15 years ago, longer than Ofsted's usual 4-year cycle: the school may have changed since.
Overall
Latest (ungraded) inspection: Standards have been maintained.
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's November 2024 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Pound Park Nursery School creates a nurturing environment where children are genuinely happy and develop excellent behavior through consistent routines and supportive conversations. The school excels at developing young children's communication skills and preparing them brilliantly for reception, while ensuring all children - including those with additional needs - thrive through tailored learning plans and full curriculum access.
Key Strengths
- Children achieve exceptionally well and develop strong relationships with adults and peers
- Communication and language skills are prioritized through immersive storytelling, songs, and expert vocabulary extension
- Ambitious curriculum with well-established routines ensures all children, including those with additional needs, access full learning opportunities
- Staff are highly trained experts who support children to develop independence and manage risks safely
- School celebrates diversity through festivals and cultural events, helping children respect similarities and differences
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with the school creating an open and positive culture that puts children's interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Yoga, pottery, cooking, woodland area visits, woodwork activities
Pound Park Nursery School has maintained its outstanding standards with children who are happy, safe, and excited about learning. The school places children at the heart of all decisions and ensures they are extremely well prepared for their next stage of education.
At a Glance
21.9%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
35 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View, responses as at September 2025 - % who strongly agree or agree
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby nursery schools
Keep up with Pound Park Nursery School
Getting There
Train Stations
Bus Stops
Free school transport
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Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 27
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 3
- Children hurt
- 1
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 27 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 24 slight.
1 child aged 0 to 15 was hurt.
5 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 Greenwich is 52 (the median across 108 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 Greenwich council
Places available
2,893
Applications
3,054
Got 1st preference
60.2%
Got preferred school
88.2%
All secondary applications across Greenwich council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(7)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
27
SEN Support
1
EHC Plans
20.4%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
137
Total Pupils
71
Boys
66
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
6
Teachers
22.8:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£66,137
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about Pound Park Nursery School
What is Pound Park Nursery School's Ofsted rating?
Pound Park Nursery School's most recent Ofsted inspection, in November 2024, was ungraded, so it gave no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in September 2011, it was rated Outstanding.
What is the catchment area for Pound Park Nursery School?
No fixed boundary. When Pound Park Nursery School is oversubscribed, Greenwich allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How many pupils go to Pound Park Nursery School?
Pound Park Nursery School has around 137 pupils on roll. 22% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to Pound Park Nursery School?
Apply through Greenwich's coordinated admissions process, naming Pound Park 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 Pound Park Nursery School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 27 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 24 slight. 1 child aged 0 to 15 was hurt. 5 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 Greenwich is 52 (the median across 108 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Pound Park Nursery School?
Pound Park Nursery School is at Pound Park Road, Charlton, London, SE7 8AF.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)