Every day in our Guildford Nursery is designed to feel calm, happy and full of discovery. From a gentle morning drop off to engaging lessons that build curiosity, creativity and confidence, our timetable balances play, routine and rest in a way that suits our youngest learners. Here is what a typical day looks like.
Take a look at what a typical school day looks like for pupils in Nursery and Reception.
| 8.00 – 9.00am | Nursery drop off |
| 8.00 – 8.30am | Reception (Shell) drop off |
| 8.25 – 8.35am | Registration |
| 8.40 – 8.55am | Assembly |
| 9.00 – 9.35am | Period 1 |
| 9.40 – 10.15am | Period 2 |
| 10.15– 10.35am | Breaktime |
| 10.40 – 11:15am | Period 3 |
| 11.20 – 11.55am | Period 4 |
| 12.00 – 1.00pm | Lunchtime |
| 1.00 – 1.20pm | Storytime / library session |
| 1.25 – 2.00pm | Period 5 |
| 2.00 –2.15pm | First Nursery pick up |
| 2.05 – 2.40pm | Period 6 – EYFS afternoon play 2.05 – 2.30pm |
| 2.40 – 3.10pm | Period 7 – Nursery/Reception (Shell) pick up 3.10pm |
| 3.20 – 3.55pm | Reception (Shell) and Nursery late class |
| 3.55 – 4.30pm | Lates |
| 4.30 – 6.30pm | After school care |
Settling in
New children are settled gently, with familiar routines, a buddy from Years 1 and 2, and staff who take time to get to know each child. Mornings begin with a calm welcome and an emotional check in, so every child starts the day feeling secure.
Always well supported
Our Early Years team keeps ratios high so children are supervised and supported throughout the day, from drop off to collection.
Flexibility for families
We offer wraparound care from 7.30am to 6.30pm, tailored to our youngest learners and their needs. Most of our Nursery children stay for the duration school day, but families are welcome to pick up from Nursery at 2.00pm to suit their circumstances.
“A robust safeguarding culture across all parts of the school.” ISI Report 2025
Drop off is from 8.00am, with the normal school day ending at 3.10pm. There are a variety of pick up options through the afternoon.
Yes. Breakfast Club runs from 7.30am and After School Care until 6.30pm.
No. Our Nursery runs alongside the School calendar, so families can enjoy the school holidays together.
A nutritious lunch is cooked on site by our dedicated catering team. All dietary requirements are catered for. Children enjoy a supervised lunch and playtime in our dedicated Pre-Prep hall and playground.
