Elloughton Primary School Nursery

Play, conversation and space to pause shape the early years offer at Elloughton Primary School. The school runs its own nursery on Stockbridge Road in Elloughton, with a nursery teacher and nursery nurses forming the team. It sits within a school whose early years learning combines activities chosen by children with experiences directed by adults.

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) connects learning with children's everyday development. Its seven areas bring together movement, relationships and communication with early literacy, mathematics, creative expression and understanding the world. For parents, this means the curriculum reaches beyond preparation for reading and writing: learning to talk, play and manage feelings belongs alongside those first academic steps.

Children have opportunities to explore through play and make choices about their learning. Adults demonstrate, ask questions and join conversations to extend that exploration. The balance between child-led activity and adult direction gives children room to follow an interest while receiving help to develop their language and understanding.

Songs and rhymes are a concrete part of nursery learning. Ofsted's inspection on 10 and 11 May 2022 noted children's enjoyment of these activities. Technology also has a place in early years through practical exploration of resources during everyday provision, rather than the separate computing lessons used with older pupils.

The EYFS Zen Den gives children a quiet place within the early years environment. Calming activities and time away from busier learning help children practise managing their emotions before rejoining activities. It is a useful physical feature for a child who sometimes needs a pause.

A school-wide SEND team oversees additional support, with the SENDCo coordinating provision. Families can direct an enquiry through the SEND Administrator. The school aims to work with families and outside professionals so that support responds to individual needs; this gives parents a defined route into the team.

Across the school, lunchtime includes encouragement to do things independently, and teachers regularly share meals with children to support conversation and table manners. Dietary menus are reserved for children with an identified dietary requirement. Safeguarding concerns can be raised through the office, which connects families with the safeguarding team; staff receive training and undergo employment checks.

Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate application through the local authority where they live, meeting its normal application deadline. East Riding of Yorkshire Council is the school's admission authority, but families living elsewhere apply through their own council.

Late applications are handled after those received on time, so nursery attendance should never replace that application. No supplementary form is required for a school place. Keep the Reception application separate from arrangements for the nursery day.

Funded provision follows the school terms. A limited number of places offer 30 hours each week across 38 weeks, adding 15 hours to the existing 15-hour early education entitlement. Eligibility applies to the extended entitlement.

For children taking the full 30 hours, the morning session runs from 8.45am to 11.45am. A paid extension to the end of the school day is also offered. Ask the school for current charges.

The office handles enquiries on 01482 666231 and can arrange a school tour for you and your child. That provides an opportunity to discuss the provision and see learning taking place before deciding whether it suits your family.