Our Brand-New Nursery Building in Sidcup Is Open
We’ve been proudly supporting young children and families for many years, and we’re delighted to begin an exciting new chapter in our brand-new purpose-built nursery building in Sidcup.
In September 2025, we welcomed families into our beautiful new space for the very first time, and in November we marked the occasion with a special official opening, as the Mayor of Bexley joined us to cut the ribbon.
This stunning new building is a major milestone for our school and our community — a warm, inspiring environment where little steps lead to big futures.
A Brand-New Building for the Sidcup Community
Moving into our new building in Sidcup marks an exciting new chapter for nurseries in Sidcup and Bexley. We were honoured to have the Mayor of Bexley officially open our doors in November 2025, blessing this new learning environment with his presence. The opening day was filled with joy, wonder, and excitement from our families, staff, and visitors who came to experience our beautiful new home.
This is more than just a building — it's a symbol of our commitment to providing the very best early years education in Sidcup for our youngest learners.
Exciting New Facilities for Learning and Development
Our new preschool facilities in Bexley have been designed with children's development and safety at the heart of every decision. Each space has been thoughtfully created to inspire curiosity, encourage creativity, and foster a love of learning.
The building features bright, airy learning spaces with dedicated areas for craft activities, exploration, and outdoor play. We have a beautiful cloakroom area where children can display their creations, including our festive Christmas library. Our outdoor play areas provide plenty of room for children to run, jump, explore, and connect with nature — whether we're going on bear hunts or enjoying winter walks around our grounds. Inside, craft tables are always ready for creative adventures, and our learning environment encourages the children to follow their interests and develop confidence.
Every corner of our new nursery building in Sidcup has been designed to support the wonderful learning journey your child will experience with us.
Little Steps, Big Futures: Our Approach to Learning
At St Peter Chanel, our tagline — "Where Little Steps Lead to Big Futures" — captures everything we believe in. Our outstanding nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and this new building allows us to deliver our exceptional curriculum even more effectively.
We use the Little Wandle Early Phonics programme to support literacy development, and our topics rotate through the seasons — from autumn exploration to winter adventures and beyond. Our community-focused approach means parents are involved in their child's learning journey, with regular parent workshops and opportunities to be part of our school community. Whether your child is enjoying our main sessions or our wraparound sessions, we ensure they receive warm, nurturing, high-quality care.
What Your Child Will Experience
When you visit our preschool in Sidcup, you'll see children engaged in joyful, purposeful play. Our staff create a warm, welcoming environment where every child feels secure, valued, and excited to learn. You'll find little ones exploring topics that capture their imagination, developing confidence through creative activities, and building friendships in a nurturing community.
We're also linked to St Peter Chanel Primary School, which means our Reception-aged children benefit from a smooth transition into primary education. This continuity is invaluable as children progress through their early years.
Nursery Places Now Available in Sidcup
We currently have nursery places in Sidcup available for children of all ages. Whether you're looking for a nursery in Sidcup or a preschool in Bexley, we'd love to welcome your family. With our new facilities, expanded space, and dedicated team, we can offer places for the 2024-2025 academic year and beyond.
Securing a place at our outstanding preschool in Sidcup means giving your child access to a carefully crafted learning environment, experienced and caring staff, and a community that truly values early childhood development.
Visit Our Preschool in Sidcup
We'd love to welcome you and your family to see our beautiful new building. There's nothing quite like experiencing our warm, nurturing environment in person. Come and see why so many families in Sidcup and Bexley choose St Peter Chanel for their early years education.
Get in touch to arrange a visit, request more information, or secure your child's place.