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Nursery at Nansen 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Songs, stories and making animal enclosures give Nansen’s early years provision its character: children talk, build and learn alongside one another. The nursery belongs to Nansen Primary School on Naseby Road in Birmingham, and its morning session runs from 8.30am to 11.30am. That makes it a morning commitment for families planning childcare around the school day.
Ofsted’s report dated 12 May 2026 judged the school’s early years provision to meet the Expected standard. This judgement covers early years within the school; it is not a separate nursery rating.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) gives the nursery its curriculum framework. Here, the early years curriculum is adapted each year to the children’s needs, with learning through play alongside activities organised by adults. One example is building animal enclosures from different materials. Children collaborate on the task, giving them a practical reason to share ideas and work together.
Language runs through these experiences. Books, rhymes and singing feature prominently in early years, while adults develop children’s language through conversation and encourage participation. For a parent, the useful detail is the connection between talking and doing: an activity becomes an opportunity to explain an idea, listen and join in.
Number learning also uses objects children can handle. Dominoes and counters help children practise number facts, turning an abstract idea into something concrete. Across early years, children engage with their activities and play, and staff support development across the curriculum. These examples show learning taking place through materials, conversation and shared tasks.
Knowing children’s starting points helps staff support settling. In May 2026, early years children settled promptly, formed positive relationships with adults and were happy in their care. The nursery team comprises an EYFS lead who also teaches the class, supported by a part-time teaching assistant.
For children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), induction includes a meeting with parents and any professionals already involved. Information is shared with staff to plan support, and a phased or adjusted day may be offered at the beginning. This gives families a way to explain their child’s needs before routines are established.
Needs are identified from entry, with timely additional help for the youngest children. However, in May 2026, embedding the school’s graduated SEND support remained an improvement priority. Parents can discuss concerns first with the class teacher or arrange a SENCo meeting through the office, making those conversations part of planning support.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through Birmingham City Council’s online school admissions route and meet the deadline for their entry year.
For the September 2026 intake, the application deadline was 15 January 2026. That cycle is past. Keep the Reception application separate from the decision to take a nursery place.
The nursery morning runs from 8.30am until 11.30am. Collection therefore falls before midday, a practical consideration for work and other childcare arrangements.
For nursery enquiries, contact the school office on 0121 389 3787 or email enquiry@nps.leightrust.co.uk. A contact form also allows families to send a message to the school.
The morning session runs from 8.30am to 11.30am.
Examples include making animal enclosures with different materials, sharing songs and books, and practising number facts with dominoes or counters.
Staff understand children’s needs and starting points. In May 2026, children across early years settled promptly and developed positive relationships with adults.
No. Families must apply separately through Birmingham City Council’s online school admissions route by the deadline for their entry year.
Start with the child’s class teacher. Parents can also arrange a meeting with the SENCo through the school office.
