Little Pips Nursery at Curry Rivel

Books, counting and stories accompanied by musical instruments give Little Pips its clearest character: early learning that includes becoming more independent and learning to share. The nursery belongs to Curry Rivel Church of England VC Primary School and occupies the school site on Church Street in Curry Rivel.

At the Ofsted inspection on 13 and 14 June 2023, early years provision was graded Good within the school inspection. That judgement covers the school's early years provision; it is not a separate nursery inspection outcome.

In June 2023, the nursery curriculum helped children build their understanding progressively. Children enjoyed learning and developed their counting skills successfully. For parents, the useful detail is the combination of learning about numbers and learning how to be with other children: taking turns and sharing were part of the nursery experience too.

Shared reading involved children and staff enjoying books together. Familiar rhymes encouraged children to participate, while musical instruments brought another way to join in with stories. Books therefore offered more than listening alone. Children could contribute through rhyme and music, giving these activities a participatory character.

Independence received attention alongside those activities. Staff supported children in becoming more independent, and the June 2023 findings showed that children were ready for the next stage of learning. Counting, participation in stories and managing interactions with others give parents concrete examples of what that preparation involved.

Support for independence also shaped the nursery's care: adults helped children develop the ability to do more for themselves. Learning to share and wait for a turn complemented that work, connecting individual development with the practical demands of being in a group.

For families discussing special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), the school's SEND coordinator can be contacted at senco@curryrivel.somerset.sch.uk or through the school office. Parents can arrange a conversation with the SEND coordinator or headteacher about concerns. This gives families a direct route to discuss their child's needs and the support they require.

Separate application. Attending Little Pips does not guarantee a Reception place at Curry Rivel. Families must apply separately through the normal school admissions process and meet the applicable deadline. Somerset Council handles school admissions, and Somerset Local Authority sets the admission arrangements for this voluntary controlled school.

Preparation for learning and allocation of a school place are separate questions. In June 2023, nursery children were ready to progress in their learning, with independence, counting and participation in books among the concrete strengths. Families should keep the Reception application separate from their nursery arrangements.

Little Pips is based at the school on Church Street, Curry Rivel, Langport, Somerset, TA10 0HD. For nursery enquiries, contact the school office on 01458 251404 or email office@curryrivel.somerset.sch.uk. The office provides a direct starting point for contacting the school about its nursery provision.