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Nursery at Mattersey 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
The Burrow gives Mattersey’s nursery its character: early years children belong to a mixed age class extending to Year 2, with a designated early years section within a large classroom. Nursery is part of Mattersey Primary School on Thorpe Road, rather than a separate setting. Children can join from the beginning of the term in which they turn 3 and remain until they start Reception.
Ofsted graded the school’s early years provision Good at the inspection on 25 and 26 June 2024. That judgement covers early years within the school; it is not a separate nursery rating.
Indoor and outdoor learning areas serve the Burrow, giving children places to explore alongside the classroom’s designated early years section. The wider school grounds also include a working garden and playing fields. Those are school facilities, rather than evidence of a particular nursery routine.
Learning follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Its seven connected areas bring together movement, relationships and conversation with early reading, number work, creative expression and understanding the world. For parents, this means learning involves children’s physical and social development as well as what they know.
A two-year curriculum cycle serves early years and Key Stage 1 in the Burrow. Children have ongoing learning activities to use independently, while staff also teach individuals and small groups. The school uses its Big Question approach to encourage children to recall learning and think about it again. Independence is an aim, rather than an assured outcome.
Independent learning and communication. In June 2024, children’s opportunities to practise learning independently were inconsistent, and adults did not regularly encourage them to explain and reflect on their learning. The indoor and outdoor environment needed better use to support both knowledge and communication. For families, the important distinction is between having learning spaces and using them effectively.
Relationships receive deliberate attention. In June 2024, early years staff spent time building positive connections with children quickly, making this an explicit part of their start at school.
ClassDojo lets families follow their child’s class activities. For concerns about development or learning, the class teacher is the first contact. The school uses a graduated response, aiming to recognise additional needs early and arrange support promptly. This gives parents a clear starting point for discussing their child’s needs.
Across the school, staff receive safeguarding training regularly, alongside first aid and paediatric first aid training. These arrangements provide a practical basis for responding to welfare concerns, injuries and allergies.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must apply separately through the normal Reception admissions process, which Nottinghamshire County Council manages, and meet the applicable deadline. Applying directly to the school for nursery is a different process. Being familiar with the Burrow should not be treated as securing admission to Reception.
Nursery enquiries and applications go directly to the school office. Visits can be arranged by appointment: telephone 01777 817265 or email office28@mattersey.notts.sch.uk.
The office opens Monday to Friday, 08:45 to 15:15, during term time, including INSET days. These are office contact hours. They give families a useful window for reaching the team and arranging a visit.
Children can start from the beginning of the term in which they turn 3, continuing until they begin Reception.
The Burrow includes early years children and pupils up to Year 2. Its large classroom has a designated early years section and indoor and outdoor learning areas.
No. A separate Reception application is required through Nottinghamshire County Council’s normal admissions process.
Contact the school office on 01777 817265 or office28@mattersey.notts.sch.uk to make an appointment.
Start with your child’s class teacher. The school’s graduated response aims to identify needs early and put support in place promptly.
