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Nursery at Great Harwood 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Wellies, spare clothes and shoes children can fasten themselves give Elephant Class its practical character. Great Harwood Primary School’s nursery encourages independence alongside outdoor play, with children heading outside in most weather. Families need to be ready for muddy clothes as well as classroom learning.
Elephant Class belongs to the school’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). At the Ofsted inspection on 20 and 21 September 2023, early years provision was judged Good. That judgement covers the school’s early years provision rather than a separately inspected nursery.
Language is a clear thread through early learning. In September 2023, children encountered carefully chosen books, while vocabulary and sounds were woven into their learning. Adults explained things clearly to the youngest children, helping them remember new words. For parents, this gives a concrete picture of early education: listening, talking and building the language needed for later reading.
Outdoor play includes running and climbing, and wet weather does not automatically keep children indoors. Wellies are part of the kit; a puddle suit or overtrousers are optional additions for wet or messy activities. Dressing up and changing shoes for PE also give children opportunities to practise doing things for themselves. Easy fastenings matter here.
Learning support assistants work across the nursery sessions, with different afternoon cover on Tuesday and Friday. Independence extends to toileting: children should wear bottoms they can pull up and down themselves. A complete change of clothes stays in nursery, including underwear and socks, so spills or wet clothing can be dealt with.
For concerns about development, the class teacher is the first person to approach. Further discussion can be arranged with the SEND coordinator through the school office. Regular coffee mornings bring together parents of children with SEND, and visiting professionals provide advice. These give families another way to discuss support and connect with other parents.
Attending this nursery does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions process, by the applicable deadline. The route is Lancashire County Council’s online primary school application; the school can help parents access it. Treat the nursery choice and the Reception application as two separate decisions.
Morning sessions run from 8.45am to 11.45am. Afternoon sessions start at 12.30pm and end at 3.30pm, with doors opening at 3.20pm to coincide with the main school’s finish. Families with children in both settings are asked to drop the nursery child off first.
A red polo shirt and navy sweatshirt form the nursery uniform. Add sturdy shoes with easy fastenings, named wellies and pumps, and clothing suited to the weather. Breakfast Club accepts children aged 3–11 and operates on weekdays in term time, excluding INSET days, from 7.50am to 8.45am. Its charge includes breakfast and activities; contact the school for current charges. Tours can be booked, and enquiries go to 01254 880810 or bursar@greatharwood.lancs.sch.uk.
Morning sessions are 8.45am–11.45am. Afternoon sessions are 12.30pm–3.30pm, with doors opening at 3.20pm.
No. A separate application is required through the normal Reception admissions process. Lancashire County Council provides the online primary school application route.
A navy sweatshirt and red polo shirt, bottoms they can manage independently, and sturdy shoes with easy fastenings. Bring named pumps, wellies and a complete set of spare clothes.
Breakfast Club accepts children aged 3–11. It runs from 7.50am to 8.45am on weekdays during term time, excluding INSET days. Breakfast and activities are included in its charge.
Start with the class teacher. For further advice, arrange a discussion with the SEND coordinator through the school office.
