

St Saviour’s pre-school and nursery in St Albans.
Welcome to our nurturing and inspiring preschool and nursery, where children aged 2 to 5 thrive in a safe, stimulating, and caring environment.
Proudly based at St Saviour’s Church Hall on Sandpit Lane, St Albans, our long-established setting is independently owned and lovingly managed by Tina Alder and Claire Toms. We’re passionate about supporting every child’s social, physical, and academic growth through play, exploration, and meaningful learning experiences.
Our Philosophy
At St Saviour’s Pre-School and Nursery, our goal is to nurture happy, curious, and confident learners. We achieve this through a balanced approach that blends child-led play, free choice, and thoughtfully planned adult-led group activities.


Our Staff
Our team is made up of highly trained early years professionals, including five fully qualified teachers, bringing a combined total of over 100 years of experience in Early Years education.
Information and Dates
We offer flexible session times to support busy families while ensuring children have a happy, fulfilling experience at St Saviour’s:
- Early Drop-Off: 8:30am – 9:00am
- Morning Session: 9:00am – 12:15pm
- Lunch Session: 12:15pm – 1:00pm
- Afternoon Session (Monday–Thursday): 12:00pm – 3:15pm
With a combination of these sessions, children can attend:
Monday to Thursday – 8:30am to 3:15pm
Friday – 8:30am to 12:15pm


Ofsted
St Saviour’s Pre-School and Nursery is registered with Hertfordshire County Council and is regularly inspected by Ofsted.
We are proud to be rated as a Good setting, reflecting the high standard of care, learning, and support we provide to every child.
Our latest Ofsted report can be viewed here
Pre-School or Nursery?
Children can join St Saviour’s Pre-School as soon as they turn 2, giving them the opportunity to begin their early learning journey in a warm and nurturing environment.
We also have a dedicated Nursery group for 3- to 5-year-olds, where children take part in carefully planned adult-led activities tailored to their interests and developmental needs. These older children then join the younger ones for free play, encouraging friendships across age groups and creating a rich, inclusive learning environment.
This gentle integration supports emotional development, promotes social confidence, and leads to some truly special relationships and play experiences.

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Our happy parents
I greatly value how much emphasis is placed upon outside play, with the children getting to use the lovely garden in all weather.
St Saviour’s has been the most wonderful launch pad for our children’s early years education.
Little imaginations can run wild here.
It’s quite magical to arrive each morning and see what appears in the role-play area: a fire engine; a jungle camp; a royal banquet.
