East Morton CofE Primary School Nursery

Play and children’s own interests shape the early years approach at East Morton, with time for independent exploration alongside adult interaction. The nursery belongs to a Church of England primary school on Street Lane in East Morton. Nursery provision began in January 2022, bringing younger children into the school’s early years provision.

The school describes its Christian character as welcoming families with Christian beliefs, other beliefs or none. For parents, that combines a clear religious identity with an explicitly inclusive welcome.

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) approach connects learning with play. Children have extended opportunities to explore ideas independently, while adults follow their interests and help them develop their thinking. Indoor provision and outdoor learning both form part of this approach. The emphasis is on giving children time to pursue an idea, rather than moving immediately to another activity.

Relationships matter to the teaching model. The school aims to understand each child and their family so that adults can shape learning around individual interests and next steps. Physical, social and emotional development sit alongside the development of knowledge: the early years approach treats these as connected parts of a child’s learning.

In February 2022, early years teaching developed vocabulary through adults demonstrating language and asking purposeful questions. Children could discuss Arctic weather and the Inuit, giving a concrete example of learning about the world. Daily reading and stories also began in early years, making books a recurring part of learning.

Curriculum precision. The February 2022 inspection identified unfinished work in the early years curriculum, including plans beginning in Nursery. Literacy, mathematics and understanding the world had clearer learning content, while expressive arts and design needed more exact decisions about what children should learn and when. That distinction matters: interesting activities need a clear learning purpose too.

Nursery class teachers form part of the teaching team, and the school has an early years safeguarding role. Building relationships with children and families is an explicit part of the early years approach, giving parents a place in understanding their child’s learning.

For children with disabilities or additional educational needs, the school plans support with parents and the professionals involved. Adults supporting the child meet to agree provision suited to that child’s needs. This gives families a collaborative route into planning support.

Physical access deserves attention too. The school occupies one building across two levels, with a wheelchair lift. Some areas require access from outside. Families whose children have mobility needs should consider those arrangements when assessing the setting.

Attending this nursery does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions process. Bradford Council administers the school’s admissions, so choosing the nursery and applying for a school place are separate decisions. Keep the Reception application as a distinct step in your family’s planning.

The school office handles enquiries by telephone on 01274 569447 or by email at office@emp.bdat-academies.org. There is also an enquiry form. Families can contact the office to arrange a school visit, providing an opportunity to discuss the nursery provision in person.