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Nursery at Nightingale 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Play, conversation and a spacious nursery garden shape the early years at Nightingale. Children combine activities they choose themselves with work guided by adults, giving them room to explore alongside a more focused introduction to learning.
The nursery belongs to Nightingale Primary School on Bloomfield Road in Woolwich, where education begins at age 3. There are 52 part-time places, with 8 available as full-time places. A qualified teacher leads each session, supported by Early Years Practitioners. This is a teacher-led start within a primary school, with a choice of morning or afternoon attendance.
Ofsted judged the school's early years provision Strong standard in April 2026. That judgement covers early years within the school; it is not a separate nursery rating.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provides the framework. In parent terms, learning brings together communication, physical development, relationships and early academic skills through play and adult guidance. Small groups give children focused time with staff, while free-flow learning connects the classroom with the nursery garden. Children have opportunities to make choices as well as follow an adult's lead.
Maths Mastery and Number Talks support early mathematical understanding. Language receives deliberate attention through Early Talk Boost and NELI (Nuffield Early Language Intervention), making communication a practical part of the nursery's approach. In April 2026, early years staff used their interactions effectively to develop children's speech and extend their understanding of the world.
The EYFS curriculum includes making marks, mixing colours and constructing simple sculptures, alongside exploring songs and sounds. These give children different ways to express ideas. Learning about festivals and celebrations also introduces the traditions of families within the nursery community. Forest School activities extend outdoor learning, with waterproof clothing and wellington boots part of the kit children need.
Home visits for new starters give teachers time to meet families and learn about a child's experiences. Parents can ask questions and discuss ways to support learning at home. Within early years, staff get to know children's strengths and interests when they join, providing a personal starting point for their care and learning.
Class Dojo carries nursery learning updates and information for home. Brief conversations with teachers at collection and drop-off provide another point of contact; pressing concerns go through the school office. For children needing additional help, early years staff work with families and specialists, including speech therapists. This brings support around the child rather than leaving families to manage it alone.
Lunch is an optional charged extra for full-time nursery places. Across the school, food is cooked on site and menus rotate through dishes from different cultures. Families choosing lunch should allow for that extra charge and obtain current charges from the school.
A wider teaching concern in April 2026 involved some younger pupils whose substantial gaps in early reading, writing or maths were not addressed quickly enough. Strengthening staff expertise for pupils with the greatest gaps remained an improvement priority. This concern should be considered alongside the positive early years findings.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place or confer admissions priority. Families must make a separate application through the Royal Borough of Greenwich, choosing Nightingale among their preferred schools. For September 2027 entry, applications close in January 2027.
After a Reception offer, families receive information about induction meetings, home visits and transition sessions. These support preparation for the next stage; they are separate from the decision about allocating a place.
Morning sessions run from 8:30am to 11:30am; afternoons run from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Part-time attendance provides 15 hours per week, while full-time places provide 30. Families eligible for the 30-hour funded arrangement can use it for 36 weeks during school terms. For full-time places using only the 15-hour free entitlement, the additional 15 hours are charged. Ask the school for current charges.
Nursery children wear the school uniform, with grey joggers permitted. Red and white are the uniform colours. Label clothing, including the outdoor kit, to help staff return misplaced items.
For enquiries or to arrange a visit, contact the school office on 020 8854 6838 or email info@nightingale-maritime.org.
Morning sessions are 8:30am to 11:30am and afternoon sessions are 12:30pm to 3:30pm. There are also 8 full-time places providing 30 hours per week.
Children combine adult-guided activities, small-group work and play they choose themselves. Free-flow learning uses the classroom and nursery garden, with Maths Mastery, Number Talks, Early Talk Boost and NELI supporting specific skills.
Teachers share nursery learning through Class Dojo and are available for brief conversations at drop-off and collection. Parents can contact the school office about pressing concerns.
No. Nursery attendance does not guarantee a place or give admissions priority. A separate application goes through the Royal Borough of Greenwich; applications for September 2027 entry close in January 2027.
Children wear the school uniform and may wear grey joggers. Wet weather clothing and wellington boots are needed for Forest School activities.
