Old London Road Pre-School
Old London Road Pre-School is based in the heart of St Albans, Hertfordshire offering children aged 2-5 a secure play environment in which they can learn and develop into happy, confident, independent and competent individuals. We follow the statutory guidance of the Early Years Foundation Stage to enable your children to reach their full potential while they are in our care.
Welcome
Old London Road (OLRPS) is a community preschool that was relaunched in September 1999 by Janet Audley-Charles. It was registered as a non-profit charity in the year 2000 and follows the constitution of the Early years Alliance. Since then the preschool has grown in numbers and as of summer 2025 we had over 60 families on roll. The preschool is run by a management committee of parents and supporters. We run several extracurricular activities and fundraising events for parents and children. Please see our latest outstanding OFSTED report on the link below.
Janet Audley-Charles
Pre-school Leader
OUR WELCOME SONG
The more we are together, together, together,
The more we are together, the happier we will be.
For your friends are my friends, and my friends are your friends.
The more we are together, the happier we will be.
EVENTS & DATES
Summer Term 2026
Monday 13th April – CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING
Tuesday 14th April – First day back for children
Monday 4th May – CLOSED – BANK HOLIDAY
Thursday 14th May – Photographer for children and families
Monday 25th May to Friday 29th May – CLOSED – HALF TERM
Friday 12th June – FUN DAY – 12 noon to 5.00pm – EVERYONE WELCOME!
Wednesday 1st July – Sports day – ALL SUPPORTERS WELCOME!
Sunday 5th July – Community Gathering – OLR choir to open event at midday
Wednesday 8th July – Reserve sports day if sports day is called off on the 1st July
Thursday 9th July – Move up day – NO PUPPY SESSION IN THE MORNING
Wednesday 22nd July – Last day for children – Summer holidays begin
Autumn Term 2026
Friday 4th September – CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING
Monday 7th September – First day back for children
Monday 26th October to Friday 30th October – CLOSED – HALF TERM
Thursday 17th December – Last day for children – Christmas holidays begin
Friday 18th December – CHRISTMAS PARTY!! BOOK YOUR PLACE!
Spring Term 2027
Monday 4th January – CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING
Tuesday 5th January – First day back for children
Monday 15th February to Friday 19th February – CLOSED – HALF TERM
Thursday 25th March – Last day for children – Easter holidays begin
Summer Term 2027
Monday 12th April – CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING
Tuesday 13th April – First day back for children
Monday 3rd May– CLOSED – BANK HOLIDAY
Monday 31st May to Friday 4th June – CLOSED – HALF TERM
Wednesday 21st July – Last day for children – Summer holidays begin
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PARENT TESTIMONIAL
Your forever-friendly nature created a warm and welcoming environment for her to explore and learn. As her key person, you went above and beyond to build a special bond and provide consistent support. We appreciate your constant presence and guidance. Your extra care and attention to detail never went unnoticed. You made her feel safe and loved, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness. We appreciate your positive spirit and dedication to all the children. Your graciousness and genuine warmth enriched her experience tremendously.