Question 1

Is Brockwell Nursery and Infant School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The most recent Ofsted inspection (22 and 23 November 2022, published 19 January 2023) confirmed the school continues to be Good and judged safeguarding effective. The school describes a structured approach to early reading through Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised, plus Forest School sessions for all pupils on a rolling programme.

Question 2

What are the fees at Brockwell Nursery and Infant School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state school with no tuition fees. Families may pay for optional extras such as wraparound care. The school publishes prices for Breakfast Club and After School Childcare Club.

Question 3

How do I apply for a Reception place for September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Reception admissions are coordinated by Derbyshire County Council. For September 2027 entry, online applications open on 9 November 2026, the deadline is 15 January 2027, and offers are released on 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Is Brockwell Nursery and Infant School oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

Recent admissions data shows 154 applications for 59 Reception offers, and the school is marked as oversubscribed in the dataset. This is around 2.6 applications per place, so families should plan a realistic set of preferences.

Question 5

What is the school day timetable?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes a start time of 08.50 and an end time of 15.20, with doors open from 08.40 to 08.50. The published weekly total is 32.5 hours.

Question 6

Does the school offer breakfast and after-school care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Breakfast Club runs 07.45 to 08.45 and After School Childcare Club runs after the school day with half-session and full-session options. Booking is via ParentPay.

Question 7

What is distinctive about enrichment and outdoor learning?

Accepted Answer

The school describes Forest School using a triangular area of the field and lists activities such as den building, fire lighting and campfire cooking, wildlife and minibeast hunts, and woodland crafts. After-school clubs listed include Dance Club and Tai Chi for Years 1 and 2.

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