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THE NURSERY AND PRE-SCHOOL DIFFERENCE

Children in the EYFS make rapid progress from their various starting points, so that almost all reach the expected levels of development for their age by the end of Reception.
ISI Report, 2023

Welcome

Our Nursery and Pre-School welcomes children into a warm and inclusive environment that always puts their well-being first.

Set in the extensive grounds of our Prep School in the heart of Southsea, Portsmouth, our Pre-School is based in a light and modern building with access to a large wooded garden, a real oasis in an inner city environment, offering plenty of space for play and exploration.

Our Nursery and Pre-School teachers are highly qualified and get to know and understand each of the children in their care. The school offers an outstanding start for girls from the term of their third birthday (rising 3) until they join the Reception Class.

You are warmly invited to visit us, meet Early Years teaching staff, and find out more about the opportunities available. Do Request a Prospectus and book a personal tour of the school. We are very much looking forward to meeting you and your daughter.

Paul Marshallsay, Headmaster
Portsmouth High Prep and Pre-School

The Power of an Early Years Education at Portsmouth High School GDST

Assistant Head and Head of Early Years, Mrs Victoria Fabre De La Grange, talks about her ethos for early learning.

The Early Years is when you have the best chance of capturing a child’s curiosity, interest and imagination and to fire their passion for learning. At Portsmouth High School, Early Years specialists ensure your daughter gets off to best possible start. Watch her grow, develop…and change.

Child doing craft with tissue paper

Regular one-to-one support helping children blossom

We pride ourselves on the individual attention that each and every child receives.

Unique explorer approach to learning

We encourage children to be active explorers, not just passive recipients.

Child sitting on the floor with a book and teddy bear

Specialist teaching

From French to music, the children have a host of additional opportunities provided by specialist teachers.

child outside in a garden in a pink dress

Outdoor learning in beautiful grounds

Our gardens are a hidden gem that are just waiting to be explored.

The Nursery and Pre-School Difference
Jack Frost Winter Fun Afternoon
Jack Frost Winter Fun Afternoon

Friday 30 January 2026 1.30 to 3.00

An afternoon of winter-themed activities for families with children aged 5 and under.

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