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Nursery at St Matthias Church of England 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Rhythm, rhyme and learning to listen give this nursery its character. St Matthias has its own Nursery class within the Church of England primary school in Malvern Link, with early learning that brings together communication, number work and getting used to life in a group. Half-day and full-day patterns give families different ways to arrange attendance.
Ofsted judged the school's early years provision Good at the inspection on 25 to 26 June 2024. That judgement covers early years within the school, rather than a separate nursery inspection.
Activities and time to settle accompany registration between 8.45am and 9am. This gives the opening of the morning a different shape from the session itself, which begins at 9am.
The early years foundation stage, or EYFS, brings learning and personal development together. In June 2024, children were learning how to share, wait for a turn and manage familiar routines alongside frequent number practice. Their mathematical understanding developed well; communication and vocabulary also received close attention, with strong progress for most children. These are useful foundations for joining conversations and taking part in group learning.
Nursery sound work sits at Phase 1 of the school's early reading approach, alongside Essential Letters and Sounds. Children explore sounds made by voices, instruments and their surroundings, as well as body percussion. Rhyme, rhythm and alliteration develop listening, while oral blending means bringing spoken sounds together into a word. The emphasis is on hearing and using language.
Early writing. In June 2024, teaching of handwriting and fine motor skills varied across early years. Some children had difficulty holding a pencil effectively and shaping letters, affecting writing fluency. Consistent support with these skills matters alongside the stronger work on language and numbers.
Planning starts with the child. In June 2024, early years staff worked alongside parents to shape learning around individual needs. That partnership gives family knowledge a place in decisions about what a child needs next.
Across the school, ClassDojo carries messages about classroom activity and children's progress. For children with SEND, parents take part in reviews at least termly, discussing learning plans and updating a one-page profile. Meetings, calls and emails provide other ways to stay in contact. These arrangements give families opportunities to contribute to support rather than simply receive updates.
A speech and language specialist is employed by the school. Teachers retain responsibility for children receiving additional help, with the SEND coordinator and teaching assistants contributing to provision. School support options include a quiet workspace, giving children another way to access learning when they need it.
Black pepper supplies the school's hot lunches. The safeguarding team includes an early years designated lead, providing an identified role for concerns involving younger children.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must apply separately for Reception: submit the school's application form to the school secretary before January 15th for the following academic year and also complete an online application. Worcestershire School Admissions provides school admission information. Treat that application as a separate decision from choosing nursery sessions.
Morning sessions run from 9am to noon, afternoons from noon to 3pm, and full days from 9am to 3pm. The morning and afternoon patterns are each described as 15 hours, with the full-day pattern described as 30 hours. Families requiring 15 hours of funding can combine full and half days flexibly, allowing attendance to fit different weekly arrangements.
For nursery enquiries, contact the school office on 01684 574984 or email admin@stmatthias.worcs.sch.uk.
Morning sessions are 9am to noon, afternoon sessions are noon to 3pm, and full days are 9am to 3pm. Morning registration takes place between 8.45am and 9am during activities and settling time.
Yes. The school allows flexibility between full and half days for parents requiring 15 hours of funding.
Phase 1 work includes listening to environmental and instrumental sounds, body percussion, rhyme, alliteration, voice sounds and oral blending.
No. Families must submit the school's application form to the school secretary before January 15th for the following academic year and also complete an online application.
Call 01684 574984 or email admin@stmatthias.worcs.sch.uk.
