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Nursery at Carr Green 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Play, conversation and growing independence shape the early years at Carr Green. The nursery belongs to Carr Green Primary School on Carr Green Lane in Brighouse and has 26 places across full-time and part-time attendance. Children can join from the term following their third birthday, with September and January the main starting points.
Ofsted judged the school's early years provision Good at its inspection on 23 and 24 January 2024. That judgement covers the early years within the school, rather than a separately inspected nursery. Children were comfortable with adults and other children, enjoyed learning and showed independence even at the youngest ages.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum uses play to bring learning together. Children pursue interests of their own, while adults consider their development and choose suitable next steps. Resources and activities remain available for children to explore independently. This gives them scope to make choices rather than depend on an adult directing each activity.
Seasonal changes, cultural celebrations and children's interests provide themes for learning. Experiences children can connect with are the starting point. Adult discussions also introduce Carr Green's values of Responsibility, Respect and Resilience, with staff demonstrating the behaviour they want children to develop.
Communication had a clear emphasis in January 2024. Children expressed ideas, talked with confidence and collaborated on tasks, giving language a practical purpose in their learning. Established routines and clear expectations helped children work with increasing independence.
Outdoors, the wider school has extensive grounds and a Forest School area under development. Its curriculum approach encourages staff to use the grounds for learning, giving outdoor experiences a place alongside classroom activities.
September starters join in small groups at staggered intervals, allowing children to become familiar with nursery gradually. The early years findings from January 2024 described children becoming comfortable quickly and building positive connections with staff and peers.
For children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), the school's SEND coordinator oversees support and helps staff with assessment and targeted provision. Families can contact the coordinator at sendco@carrgreen.org.uk or telephone 01484 715969, extension 3. This provides a direct route for discussing a child's needs. A school Pastoral Support team also works with children and families.
Milk and fresh fruit are available to EYFS children, and water drinking is encouraged during the day.
Separate applications. A nursery place does not carry an entitlement to Reception admission. Nursery attendance is not among the school's listed Reception oversubscription priorities. Families must apply again through Calderdale Council's normal admissions process by the relevant deadline.
For September 2026 entry, the application deadline was 15 January 2026. That cycle has passed. Registering interest with the school is separate from applying through the council.
Once a child receives an offer, families are invited to an Information Evening and children can spend time in their future classroom before September. These opportunities help with familiarity; they do not alter admissions priority.
Nursery enquiries go through the school office at admin@carrgreen.org.uk or 01484 715969. Expressions of interest include the child's name, birth date and address, plus a parent's name and mobile number.
Funding is allocated term by term, which limits starts partway through a term. Exceptional circumstances, including moving into the area or significant needs, may allow entry outside the usual September and January intakes. Families in those circumstances can discuss their situation with the office.
Children can join from the term after turning three. September and January are the main intake points, with other starts possible in exceptional circumstances.
The nursery has 26 places for full-time or part-time attendance.
No. It gives no priority under the listed Reception criteria. A separate application through Calderdale Council is required.
September starters begin at staggered intervals in small groups. In January 2024, the early years inspection findings described children settling quickly and developing positive relationships.
Contact the school's SEND coordinator at sendco@carrgreen.org.uk or on 01484 715969, extension 3.
