
Balham Nursery School, located at 72 Endlesham Road, London, SW12 8JL, is a local authority maintained nursery school serving the Wandsworth community. The school caters to mixed-gender pupils aged 2 to 5, with a current enrolment of 33 children (21 boys and 12 girls). As the oldest state nursery school in Wandsworth, founded over 80 years ago, Balham Nursery School has deep roots in the community. The school's motto, 'Eyes wide open & upside down,' reflects its commitment to viewing the world through a child's perspective to make learning enjoyable. Balham Nursery School is situated in an urban setting and is funded by Wandsworth Borough Council, ensuring a high standard of education through qualified staff and a supportive environment.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. AI-generated editorial content is reviewed for accuracy. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· S5 Inspection
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)