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Nursery at Springfield Infant School and Nursery
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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Forest School in the wildlife area and listening for everyday sounds give Springfield’s nursery a clear character: outdoor exploration sits alongside the first steps in language and learning. Children can join from age 3. There are 52 nursery places on the school site, with 26 children in each morning and afternoon group.
An Early Years Lead with a teaching qualification leads the provision, supported by two teaching assistants. The January 2026 Ofsted inspection judged early years to meet the Expected standard. That judgement covers the school’s early years provision, rather than a separate nursery inspection.
Talking gets sustained attention here. Within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), learning develops progressively, with vocabulary and spoken language given particular weight. Familiar songs and stories provide repeated opportunities to practise language; adults extend conversations during role play and outdoor activities. For children still developing their communication, this makes talking part of the activity itself.
Nursery children practise noticing the sounds around them, building foundations for later phonics. Across early years, activities also develop pencil grip, letter and number formation, and clear speech. Adults adjust their questions to suit individual children, helping them think further about what they are doing. These are purposeful beginnings to literacy and mathematics.
The wildlife area provides a physical setting for Forest School, while nursery children also use school facilities for PE. Their day has connections with the wider school: they sometimes take part in assemblies and join school events. Those experiences introduce people, spaces and routines beyond the nursery group.
Emotional learning has a concrete focus. In January 2026, children across early years used colour monsters to explore feelings, with adults helping them understand their emotions. Early years was calm and happy, and staff adapted activities for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), supporting their progress.
Families can raise additional needs with the class teacher, SENCO or Early Years Lead. The school’s support includes Nursery narrative and speech and language therapy, with follow-up work from a designated teaching assistant. Progress is reviewed through a graduated cycle of planning, assessment, action and review, so support can respond to a child’s changing needs.
Higher support needs. In January 2026, some children with the highest needs across the school still needed more precisely adapted learning and more sustained help with behaviour. Families should discuss how individual adjustments will work for their child.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place and gives no priority over other applicants. A separate application is required through the normal Reception route, by the normal deadline. Treat that application as a distinct step in your family’s planning.
Familiarity is a separate benefit. PE, occasional assemblies and shared school events give nursery children contact with school life before the next stage. That experience can make the surroundings more familiar; it does not change the admissions position.
Children entitled to 15 funded hours attend either mornings, 8:45–11:45, or afternoons, 12:15–15:15, on five days each week. For children entitled to 30 funded hours, the pattern is Monday to Friday, 9:00–15:00. These are regular weekly arrangements, so the choice affects the family’s daily schedule.
For nursery enquiries, telephone the school office on 01473 741305 or email admin@springinf.omat.org.uk. Application forms can be collected from the office. Parents and children can also arrange a school visit through the office, giving families an opportunity to discuss their child’s needs together.
Children can join from age 3. The nursery has 52 places on the school site.
Children entitled to 15 funded hours attend five morning sessions, 8:45–11:45, or five afternoon sessions, 12:15–15:15. Those entitled to 30 funded hours attend Monday to Friday, 9:00–15:00.
Yes. Nursery children use the wildlife area for Forest School and school facilities for PE.
No. Reception admissions are separate, and nursery attendance gives no priority over other applicants. Families must make a separate application.
Contact the school office on 01473 741305 or email admin@springinf.omat.org.uk. School visits can include both parent and child, and nursery application forms can be collected from the office.
