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Nursery at Rushbrook Primary Academy
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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Stories, rhymes and relationships give Rushbrook’s nursery its clearest character. In June 2024, children were settling readily with staff and developing their understanding of sounds through listening activities. These are practical foundations for a child’s first experience of school: feeling comfortable with adults and learning to listen.
Rushbrook Primary Academy has nursery provision in Gorton, Manchester, and its nursery for two-year-olds is open. The early years provision received a Good judgement at the Ofsted inspection on 25 and 26 June 2024. That judgement covers the school’s early years provision rather than a separately inspected nursery.
Listening to adults read stories and rhymes is a concrete part of the nursery’s learning. In June 2024, these activities helped Nursery children develop their knowledge of sounds. For parents, this gives an identifiable picture of early literacy here: children hear language and sound patterns through books and rhymes.
The nursery belongs to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Rushbrook describes its curriculum as knowledge-based and aims to develop children’s curiosity and independent thinking. Within the early years, staff had the teaching expertise needed to support children’s learning in June 2024.
A planting area adds a physical dimension to learning. An EYFS Stay & Plant event invited nursery families to bring a plant and plant it alongside their child. This is a specific example of parents participating in an activity with children, rather than simply watching school life from the sidelines.
Relationships with staff supported children’s settling in June 2024. Nursery children adapted quickly to school life, giving families a useful indication of how adult contact supported those early experiences.
For children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), Rushbrook works with families, Manchester’s local authority and Bright Futures Educational Trust to adapt provision to individual needs. Families can also access IAS Manchester for independent SEND advice and Manchester’s Local Offer for support information. These provide routes for discussing a child’s needs alongside the school’s own support.
The school’s Pastoral Team helps families access early help and works with agencies including children’s services. Staff record safeguarding, behaviour and SEN concerns through CPOMs, providing a shared route for passing concerns to colleagues.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate application through Manchester City Council School Admissions, which allocates school places using its admissions criteria. The school handles nursery applications itself, so the two processes need separate attention.
For September 2026 Reception entry, the application deadline was 5pm on 15 January 2026. That cycle has passed. Families applying for a later intake must use the deadline for that intake.
Nursery applications go directly to Rushbrook. Forms can be obtained from the Admin office, and the school can be contacted on 0161 223 5955. The address is 101 Shillingford Road, Manchester, M18 7TN.
General enquiries can also be sent to admin@rpa.bright-futures.co.uk. During school holidays, emails are checked intermittently, so replies may take longer than during term time.
Yes. Rushbrook’s nursery for two-year-olds is open.
Children listen to stories and rhymes read by staff. In June 2024, these activities supported their understanding of sounds.
No. Families must apply separately through Manchester City Council School Admissions.
Apply directly to Rushbrook. Application forms are available from the Admin office; the school’s telephone number is 0161 223 5955.
Rushbrook works with families and professional partners to adapt provision. IAS Manchester provides independent SEND advice, and families can access Manchester’s Local Offer.
