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Nursery at Offmore 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Ducklings, Puffins and Wrens give Offmore’s nursery provision three distinct age groups, with play extending into an outdoor classroom and Forest Schools activities. This is early education within Offmore Primary School in Kidderminster, serving children aged two to four.
Ducklings caters for two-year-olds, with 18 session places each morning and afternoon. Puffins has 10 in each session for three-year-olds, while Wrens accommodates three- and four-year-olds with 39 each morning and afternoon. These are session allocations, rather than a total number of individual children. Ofsted judged the school’s early years provision Good at its June 2022 inspection; that judgement covers early years within the school.
Three-hour sessions provide the basic rhythm. Morning and afternoon children have equivalent experiences, so choosing an afternoon place does not mean choosing a different educational offer. Learning combines activities guided by adults with play that children initiate themselves. Indoor and outdoor provision responds to children’s interests, giving them scope to investigate as well as follow a planned activity.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) brings together seven learning areas. For parents, that means language, relationships and movement sit alongside early literacy, maths, exploring the world and creative work. Offmore aims to develop independence and confidence as well as knowledge. Forest Schools and the outdoor classroom give outdoor learning a planned place in this approach.
Cooking adds something tangible to Wrens’ learning. Activities include making and tasting porridge: children can explore ingredients through preparation and taste. These are curriculum experiences, rather than meal arrangements. In June 2022, early years children’s dinosaur museum activities also involved parents, showing how a learning project could become something families shared.
An offered nursery place leads to an introductory meeting with nursery staff. Parents can also arrange a visit with their child beforehand. That creates an opportunity to meet the team together before attendance begins.
For children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), support is organised through assessment, planning, action and review. Parents help shape an Individual Provision Plan and are invited to three termly review meetings with the class teacher. The practical benefit is a recurring opportunity to discuss targets and adjust support.
Communication has specific support behind it. Word Aware develops vocabulary, while Talkabout addresses social interaction and communication. The school’s SEND coordinator has a speech and language therapy degree. Across the school, ramps, a lift, wide corridors and accessible toilet and changing facilities support physical access; classroom arrangements are adjusted for the children using them.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place or confer an attendance-based priority. Families must make a separate Reception application by the normal deadline. Contact Worcestershire County Council’s school admissions service for application guidance. Keep that application separate from nursery enrolment.
Preparation for the change is a different matter. Families coming from the nursery, alongside those joining Offmore for the first time, can use transition videos and activities. My First Day At School Game and Bud’s Number Garden introduce aspects of school life through play. These resources help children prepare; they do not alter the admissions decision.
Morning and afternoon sessions each last three hours. Funded and non-funded places are offered across Ducklings, Puffins and Wrens. Contact the school for current charges.
Nursery applications use a form obtained from the school office, with intakes in autumn, spring and summer. Visits with a child are by prior appointment. For enquiries, call 01562 753934 or use the school’s contact form. The nursery is on the school site at Wordsworth Crescent, Kidderminster, DY10 3HA.
Ducklings caters for two-year-olds, Puffins for three-year-olds and Wrens for children aged three to four.
Morning and afternoon sessions each last three hours and provide equivalent opportunities and experiences.
Yes. Funded and non-funded places are offered in Ducklings, Puffins and Wrens.
No. Nursery attendance does not guarantee admission or provide an attendance-based priority. A separate school application is required.
Yes. Parents can arrange a nursery visit with their child by prior appointment. Families offered a place are also invited to an introductory meeting with nursery staff.
