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Nursery at Brailes Church of England Primary School
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Inspection data and key information above update regularly, however, this review below is refreshed bi-annually and may not reflect recent changes. Contact the nursery directly to confirm current arrangements. If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Squirrels Class brings nursery and Reception children into the same class community, with separate nursery topics including Dangerous Dinosaurs and Once Upon a Time. That shared class identity gives the nursery its character: early learning within a primary school, rather than a separate childcare setting.
Brailes welcomes children from age three and has a Church of England character. The nursery sits within the school in Lower Brailes. Courage, curiosity and compassion are the school’s core values, giving families a clear sense of its Christian ethos.
Learning follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), with Development Matters and Cornerstones shaping the curriculum. For parents, the practical emphasis is on developing skills through activities, adult interaction and opportunities for children to explore. The school aims to build independence from the start.
Stories and listening to sounds are part of nursery learning. In December 2024, Ofsted found that nursery children shared books and practised hearing sounds. Small-group Read Write Inc phonics sessions take place in the summer term before children move to Reception, giving this introduction to reading a defined place in the nursery year.
Making is another concrete strand. In Squirrels Class, children work with construction kits, join materials and tackle simple recipes with adult assistance. These activities combine handling objects with working out how things fit together. Classroom resources for English and maths are spread across learning areas, so children can use practical materials alongside the skills being taught.
The topics give parents something specific to discuss at home. Nursery themes have included Me and My Community in autumn 2025 and Dangerous Dinosaurs in summer 2026. They provide recognisable starting points for conversations about a child’s learning, rather than leaving parents with only a general description of play.
Communication needs are checked early. Wellcomm Communication and Language screening is used when children join nursery, with individual or group support following the assessment. This connects an initial check with practical help for children who need it.
A key person and the class teacher contribute to assessments across the learning areas. Thrive profiling also involves key people and a practitioner, informing support for emotional development. Seesaw and a photographic class learning journey record experiences; SchoolPing carries messages to parents and carers.
For SEND concerns, the first contact is the class teacher, supported by school and trust SEND coordinators. Individual Learning Plans are discussed with parents in November, February and June. The school has a ramp, stair lift and accessible toilet, useful physical details for families considering access needs.
Food has a practical school routine: hot lunches are cooked on site, while children can also bring a packed lunch. Meal choices are booked through ParentPay by Sunday for the following week. Children bringing lunch eat alongside those having a cooked meal, keeping lunchtime a shared social occasion.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions process and meet its deadline. Warwickshire residents apply through Warwickshire Local Authority Admissions, online or by telephone; families living elsewhere apply through their home authority.
Transition support is separate from that allocation decision. For children with SEND, staff discuss needs with the nursery key worker and relevant professionals. Summer induction visits and a meeting give parents an opportunity to raise concerns, helping the receiving team prepare for the child.
Breakfast Club includes nursery children and runs during term time from 7.50am to 8.50am. Places are booked through the school office a month ahead, with priority for families needing five mornings each week. Breakfast is served until 8.25am and includes cereal, fruit, milk and water, with toast occasionally.
Nursery applications go directly to the school using the Nursery Admissions Form. Visits can be arranged with the school, and general enquiries go to the office on 01608 685253 or admin3014@welearn365.com.
Wellies need to stay at school for nursery children. For collection and drop-off, families are encouraged to park at the Village Hall; the school car park is reserved for staff and visiting professionals between 8am and 5pm.
Nursery children belong to Squirrels Class, which also includes Reception children.
No. Reception requires a separate application through the normal admissions process. Warwickshire residents apply through Warwickshire Local Authority Admissions; other families apply through their home authority.
Children share stories and listen for sounds. Small-group Read Write Inc phonics sessions take place in the summer term before they start Reception.
Yes. It runs during term time from 7.50am to 8.50am. Book through the school office a month in advance; priority goes to families requiring five mornings per week.
Contact the school office on 01608 685253 or email admin3014@welearn365.com. The school welcomes prospective families for a visit.
