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Nursery at Netherton Infant and Nursery 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Stories, songs and making things give Netherton’s nursery its character. Children share Owl Babies and The Very Hungry Caterpillar, explore materials and follow interests of their own alongside teaching in small groups. The nursery aims for children to become confident and curious, with room to make mistakes as they learn.
This is the nursery class within Netherton Infant and Nursery School on Netherton Moor Road in Huddersfield, serving children aged 3 to 4. Entry begins in the term after a child’s third birthday, subject to a place being available. Full days and half days give families different ways to introduce nursery into their child’s week.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) shapes learning around seven areas. These cover communication, physical development and relationships, alongside literacy, maths, creative expression and understanding the world. Half-term topics bring those areas together. Adult teaching, group activities and play chosen by children share the session, so children have opportunities both to practise something new and pursue an idea themselves.
Reading starts with listening and joining in. Nursery children hear poems and stories, practise action rhymes and nursery rhymes, and take part in activities focused on attention. Favourite books include We're Going On A Bear Hunt and The Tiger Who Came to Tea. Each class has its own library, with books children can choose daily and borrow to share at home. That gives families a practical connection between nursery reading and bedtime stories.
Making is part of learning too. Construction kits, materials for modelling and objects found in nature give children things to combine, test and change. Art mixes activities led by adults with children’s own choices, including exploring textures and colour. Early years music includes percussion, familiar songs and movement in response to music. Maths takes place outside as well as indoors, exploring measures, shapes, patterns and numbers through practical activity. These are concrete ways to explore ideas before explaining them in words.
A nursery lead works with nursery support staff, and the team includes support for lunchtime. The nursery also partners with Kirklees College to support students taking a T-level 3 course in early years and education. Families can choose a stay-for-lunch option as part of the flexible session arrangements.
For children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), support is planned with parents and reviewed each term. The school can draw on Speech and Language Therapists and a Health Visitor for nursery pupils. Where appropriate, children joining from another school can have a taster session, with the SENDCo liaising with their previous setting. Ramps, wide doorways and an accessible toilet support access to the school building.
Parent Hub brings messages, pictures and letters to parents’ phones. Families must supply at least two emergency contacts and keep their details updated, giving the team routes to reach them when needed.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Parents must make a separate application through Kirklees Council’s school admissions process. For children starting in September 2027, the application window runs from September 2026 to January 2027. Treat that application as a separate task, even if your child already attends nursery.
Preparation for the move is separate from admission. Before starting Reception, children are invited to spend half a day with their new teacher and class. Extra visits and an individual transition plan can be arranged where necessary, helping children with SEND become familiar with the change.
Full-time and part-time places are offered, with a choice of full or half days. Nursery sessions are flexible, including the option to stay for lunch; the school aims to accommodate different family schedules. Agree the attendance pattern with the office when arranging a place.
The nursery accepts the 15 funded weekly hours for all children aged 3 and 4, and 30 hours for eligible families. Contact the school office on 01484 661832 or at office@netherton.tlt.school for enquiries. Tours can be arranged through the office, giving families a chance to meet staff and discuss what matters to their child.
Children can start from the term following their third birthday, subject to an available place. The nursery serves children aged 3 to 4.
Yes. Full and half days are offered, alongside full-time and part-time places. Flexible arrangements include a stay-for-lunch option.
They share stories and poems, join in nursery and action rhymes, and practise focused listening and attention.
No. Parents must apply separately through Kirklees Council. The application window for September 2027 entry is September 2026 to January 2027.
Contact the school office on 01484 661832 or email office@netherton.tlt.school to arrange a tour.
