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Best 3 Nursery schools in Westminster – comparison

Comparison of nursery schools: Portman Early Childhood Centre (Nursery) in London; Mary Paterson Nursery School (Nursery) in London; Dorothy Gardner Nursery School (Nursery) in London — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Portman Early Childhood Centre, Mary Paterson Nursery School and Dorothy Gardner Nursery School. They are nursery phase and local authority nursery school type located around London. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Portman Early Childhood Centre), published Jul 2024. The lowest is 2 (Dorothy Gardner Nursery School), published Jul 2022. The most recent inspection on record is for Portman Early Childhood Centre (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 50, combined total ≈ 200, typical FSM 25–30%, range 15–20%–35–40%; all under Westminster local authority.

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Portman Early Childhood Centre
NW8 8DE
Phase / Type
Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location
London
NW8 8DE
Ofsted
1 14 Jul 2024
Pupils
≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Westminster (213)
Website
www.portmancentre.co.uk
Telephone
02033071940
Mary Paterson Nursery School
W9 3DS
Phase / Type
Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location
London
W9 3DS
Ofsted
1 20 Mar 2013
Pupils
≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Westminster (213)
Website
www.qpeyfed.org
Telephone
02089699683
Dorothy Gardner Nursery School
W9 3JY
Phase / Type
Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location
London
W9 3JY
Ofsted
2 13 Jul 2022
Pupils
≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Westminster (213)
Website
www.qpeyfed.org
Telephone
02089695835

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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.
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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.
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