# St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup

St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup is a full-day nursery at St. Richards Centre, 35 Forge Lane, Feltham, TW13 6UN, in Hanworth, Hounslow. It is registered for 30 children and takes children aged 2 years to 5 years. It opens 09:00–15:00, Mon–Fri. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in March 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It offers funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, and accepts Tax-Free Childcare. It has a Google rating of 4.7 from 18 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/st-richards-pre-school-playgroup-ey240093  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: St. Richards Centre, 35 Forge Lane, Feltham, TW13 6UN
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Opening hours: 09:00–15:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 30
- Funded childcare: funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Tax-Free Childcare: yes
- Meals included: no
- Phone: 07986 784836
- Website: http://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY240093

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 22 March 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding
- Personal development: Outstanding
- Leadership and management: Outstanding

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY240093

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since October 2002 (Reference EY240093). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY240093)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 22 March 2024). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY240093)
- Registered places: 30 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY240093)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 1 May 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/490110)

## Fees

| Age | Half day | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 2-year-olds | – | £8.50 |
| 3 and over | – | £8.50 |
| All ages | £25.50 | – |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 6-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Deposit: £100

Source: nursery website (https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/s/Registration-form-25-new-version-rzyn.pdf), 11 November 2026.

Funded hours: From 9 months, 2-year-olds, 30 hours.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 09:00–15:00
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Sessions: half day and per hour

## Getting there

Address: St. Richards Centre, 35 Forge Lane, Feltham, TW13 6UN

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.428330,-0.387814

- 6 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Hampton Common, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Hatherop Park, 0.4 miles
- Park: Nursery Green, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, under 0.1 miles
- Playground: Playground, under 0.1 miles
- Playground: Hampton Common Play Area, 0.2 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Hounslow there are about 4.2 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 18 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

The nursery's website says it uses a play-based EYFS curriculum and has a faith-based ethos. Ofsted inspection 2024 rated overall effectiveness Outstanding and quality of education Outstanding. Its website names SEND support, a SENCo, speech and language support and an inclusive setting.

- Play-based EYFS curriculum (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/early-years)
- Faith-based ethos (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/)

### Food

Meals are not included in the fees. Its website says the kitchen is allergy-aware, the setting is nut-free, healthy snacks are provided, and parents provide packed lunch.

- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/faqs)
- Nut-free setting (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/faqs)
- Parents provide packed lunch (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/food)
- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/food)

### Settling in

Its website says settling-in periods are flexible and tailored to each child's individual needs. It also names a key person system.

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/send-local-offer)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/admissions-fees)
- Toilet training support (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/faqs)
- Small group sizes (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/faqs)
- Breakfast club (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/s/Fees-and-funding-Jan-26-r39j.pdf)

### SEND and inclusion

- SEND support (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/send-local-offer)
- SENCo (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/send-local-offer)
- Speech and language support (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/)
- Inclusive setting (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/admissions-fees)

### Safety

Ofsted 2024 judged safeguarding effective.

- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/parent-partnership)
- Online learning journal (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/parent-partnership)
- Parking (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/faqs)
- Near public transport (source: nursery website, https://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/faqs)

### Getting a place

Its website says families should book a visit, then return the signed registration form with proof of address, child's birth certificate, NHS number and funding confirmation. It also says places are allocated first come first served, and the deposit fee is £100. The nursery accepts government-funded hours for working parents of children from 9 months, funded hours for 2-year-olds, the universal 15 funded hours for 3-4 year olds, 30 funded hours for eligible 3-4 year olds, and Tax-Free Childcare.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Richard's Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (March 2023) | yes | under 0.1 miles |
| Lindon Bennett School |  | 3–11 | Report card (July 2026) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Buckingham Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (December 2024) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| The St Michael Steiner School |  | 3–18 |  | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Oriel Academy West London | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (April 2026) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Hampton School |  | 2–19 |  | yes | 0.7 miles |
| Jack and Jill School |  | 2–11 |  | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Hampton Infant School and Nursery | Primary | 3–7 | Outstanding (November 2023) | yes | 0.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Little People of Hampton](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-people-of-hampton-2630412) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Lavender Lane Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/lavender-lane-nursery-2701259) | Good |  | 09:00–15:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [St George's Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/st-georges-day-nursery-ey266368) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.8 miles |
| [Ivytree Nursery Ripley Road](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ivytree-nursery-ripley-road-2854680) |  |  |  | 0.8 miles |
| [Aston Pierpoint](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/aston-pierpoint-ey470345) | Good | £79 | 07:30–18:30 | 0.9 miles |
| [Greenacres Thameside](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/greenacres-thameside-2685797) | Good |  |  | 0.9 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup cost?

St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup publishes these fees: per hour £8.50 for 2-year-olds, per hour £8.50 for 3 and over and half day £25.50 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds.

### Does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### Does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup offer funded hours from 9 months?

Yes. St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup offers funded hours for eligible children from 9 months.

### What are St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup's opening hours?

St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup opens 09:00–15:00, Mon–Fri.

### What ages does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup take?

St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup takes children aged 2 years to 5 years.

### What is St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup Outstanding at its inspection on 22 March 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup take?

St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup is registered with Ofsted for up to 30 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup?

Meals are not included in the fees at St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup.

### Does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup accept Tax-Free Childcare?

Yes. St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup accepts Tax-Free Childcare payments.

### Is there a registration fee or deposit at St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup?

Yes. St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup lists a deposit of £100.

### What approach does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup follow?

St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup's website describes its approach as: Play-based EYFS curriculum and Faith-based ethos.

### Does St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup support children with SEND?

St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup lists: SEND support, SENCo, Speech and language support and Inclusive setting.

### What is the nearest station to St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup?

Kempton Park is the nearest station we know of, 1.1 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact St Richard's Pre-School Playgroup?

You can call 07986 784836 and visit www.strichardspreschool.org.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY240093)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.strichardspreschool.org.uk), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.strichardspreschool.org.uk/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=St+Richards+CE+Preschool&query_place_id=ChIJx3pUlt51dkgRwvECt6JXqZ4)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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