Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy Nursery

Toddlers and Preschool give Baines' Endowed nursery its own identity within this Church of England primary academy in Marton, Blackpool. It provides care and education for children aged two to four, with a nursery lead and an early years leader whose responsibilities span nursery and Reception. That structure connects the nursery team with the next stage of school life while keeping a distinct focus on younger children.

Ofsted graded the school's early years provision Good at the inspection on 26 and 27 November 2024. This was a judgement covering early years within the school, rather than a separate nursery rating.

The nursery operates from 9am to 3pm for 39 weeks of the year. Its outdoor areas provide a physical setting for learning beyond the indoor space, alongside the school's EYFS outdoor area and garden. The nursery has its own timetable: families should use its hours when planning their day.

In November 2024, children settled readily into nursery routines, and learning was organised in successive stages. Adults understood individual children and shaped activities around their needs. For a parent, the useful combination is a familiar daily structure and learning that responds to the child, rather than expecting every child to move at the same pace.

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is the framework for this early learning. Here, the emphasis includes children learning through play together, with stories and rhymes building their interest in books from the early years. In November 2024, children enjoyed their learning and played cooperatively. These are practical foundations for taking part in a group and developing confidence in learning.

Support for additional needs connects nursery with the wider school team. A full-time SENDCo works across both, providing a point of coordination for families and staff. Early years children with an Education, Health and Care Plan have reviews every six months, giving parents a regular opportunity to discuss how support should develop.

The SENDCo also works with early years staff and the Blackpool Early Years Special Educational Needs and Disability Team on transitions into nursery or school. For children needing specialist input, early years family meetings may involve Portage and the Early Years SEND Team, either at home or in the setting.

Personal care follows a nursery nappy-changing and intimate-care procedure. Collection has a clear safeguard too: children are released only to someone on their contact list who is aged 16 or above. Families need to keep that list aligned with their collection arrangements.

Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place and gives no priority under the September 2027 admission arrangements. Families must make a separate application through Blackpool Council, online at www.blackpool.gov.uk/schooladmissions or using the Common Application Form, by 15 January 2027.

Continuity of care is a separate matter. Relevant pastoral and safeguarding information passes between nursery rooms and from nursery to Reception, with safeguarding leads checking and sharing the information needed by the next teacher. This helps the receiving team understand a child's needs; it does not change admission entitlement.

The 9am to 3pm operating day runs for 39 weeks annually. For nursery enquiries, contact the school on 01253 762532 or email beadmin@cidari.co.uk. School tours can be arranged by appointment, providing a direct way to meet the setting before making a decision.