Best 3 Nursery schools in Ealing – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of nursery schools: South Acton Childrens Centre (Nursery) in London; Greenfields Nursery School and Children's Centre (Nursery) in Southall; Grove House Nursery School & Children's Centre (Nursery) in Southall — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares South Acton Childrens Centre, Greenfields Nursery School and Children's Centre and Grove House Nursery School & Children's Centre. They are nursery phase and local authority nursery school type located around London and Southall, Middlesex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (South Acton Childrens Centre), published Jul 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for South Acton Childrens Centre (Jul 2023). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 400, typical FSM 0–5%; all under Ealing local authority.

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Attribute	South Acton Childrens Centre W3 8RX	Greenfields Nursery School and Children's Centre UB2 5PF	Grove House Nursery School & Children's Centre UB1 2JG
Phase / Type	Nursery • Local authority nursery school	Nursery • Local authority nursery school	Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location	London W3 8RX	Southall Middlesex UB2 5PF	Southall Middlesex UB1 2JG
Latest Ofsted	1 6 Jul 2023	1 30 Apr 2014	1 4 Dec 2013
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	—	—	—
Capacity utilisation	—	—	—
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Ealing (307)	Ealing (307)	Ealing (307)
Website	www.southactoncc.com	www.greenfieldschildren.com	www.grovehousecc.com
Telephone	02089920724	02088138079	02085710878
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

South Acton Childrens Centre

W3 8RX

Phase / Type: Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location: London
W3 8RX
Ofsted: 1 6 Jul 2023
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Ealing (307)
Website: www.southactoncc.com
Telephone: 02089920724

Greenfields Nursery School and Children's Centre

UB2 5PF

Phase / Type: Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location: Southall
Middlesex
UB2 5PF
Ofsted: 1 30 Apr 2014
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Ealing (307)
Website: www.greenfieldschildren.com
Telephone: 02088138079

Grove House Nursery School & Children's Centre

UB1 2JG

Phase / Type: Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location: Southall
Middlesex
UB1 2JG
Ofsted: 1 4 Dec 2013
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Ealing (307)
Website: www.grovehousecc.com
Telephone: 02085710878

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.