This initiative, launching in September 2025, builds on the success of our existing Pre-Prep nursery, which currently welcomes children in the term in which they turn 3 years old.

To accommodate this exciting expansion, the new nursery will be housed in a fully refurbished cottage located next to the current Pre-Prep playground. Unlike the current term-time-only nursery, the new provision will be available for 50 weeks of the year, offering greater flexibility and continuity of care for families until children transition into our Reception after they turn 4 years old.

Mowden Hall School's headteacher, Mr. Phil Sturt, expressed his enthusiasm for the development. He said, “We are thrilled to extend our outstanding EYFS offering to even younger children. Providing a nurturing and stimulating environment from the age of two will give our pupils the very best start to their Mowden educational journey. The new nursery will be a vibrant space where children can explore, discover, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Kirsten Knight, Head of Pre-Prep at Mowden Hall School, added: “Opening a nursery for 2-year-olds in a school will provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning, social development, and emotional well-being. Early education fosters curiosity, confidence, and key skills that will set our children up for success into Pre-Prep and onto the rest of their Mowden school journey.

The school is committed to ensuring a seamless integration of the new nursery within its existing provision and will share regular updates on progress and an opportunity to register leading up to the launch.

For more information or to register your interest, please call 01661 842147 or email admissions@mowdenhallpst.org.