Tenterfield Nursery School, Welwyn

In its own words: "At Tenterfield, our vision is to give every child the strongest possible start in life through a nurturing, inclusive and family‑centred environment. We believe young children thrive when they feel safe, valued and inspired, and our daily practice reflects this commitment. Our aims are grounded in our five core values: nurturing, inclusive, family, aspirational and community ."

From the headteacher's welcome: "At Tenterfield, we like to think of ourselves as “One Big Family” , and we hope you’ll feel that sense of warmth and belonging the very moment you step through our doors. We’re proud of our purpose-built learning environment, complete with an exciting and spacious outdoor area where children can explore, play, and grow."

The school runs a breakfast club from 8:00am and after-school care.

In 2026, 23 pupils (32.4%) received SEN support and 2 (2.8%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

The nearest railway station is Welwyn North Rail Station, about 1 mile away in a straight line.

11 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is St Mary's School (opposite), 70 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 47 crimes within a mile of the school, most often other theft, anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Hertfordshire (138).