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Nursery at Lift North Ormesby
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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
A snack table children can use throughout the day, time for independent exploration and a choice of morning, afternoon or full-day attendance give Lift North Ormesby's nursery its practical character. This is the school's own nursery on James Street in Middlesbrough, with play and growing independence central to its approach.
Ofsted judged the school's early years provision Good at the inspection on 1 and 2 October 2024. That judgement covers early years within the school, rather than a separately inspected nursery. The nursery's everyday offer combines adult-guided learning with opportunities for children to pursue activities at their own pace.
Play does the teaching work here. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) brings together children's learning, development and care: building relationships, expressing feelings, learning to listen and speak, and developing control over both small and larger movements. These are practical foundations for taking part in activities and becoming more independent.
Alongside those foundations, children explore patterns, shapes and numbers, begin reading and writing, and discover technology, cultures and their surroundings. Music, art and pretend play give them ways to express ideas. Activities mix direction from adults with independent exploration, so the session includes both shared learning and space for individual interests.
Outdoor reading spaces were a feature of early years in October 2024. Nursery children were developing attentive listening and learning to distinguish sounds, giving early reading a starting point before decoding words.
Language development. In October 2024, adult interaction across early years was uneven: some staff extended activities through conversation, while others missed chances to develop children's language. Some children consequently had narrower vocabularies and difficulty expressing themselves. Clear vocabulary goals and staff training in modelling language were required improvements. For parents, conversation during play is an important part of the learning offer to consider.
Settling starts with cooperation between the nursery team and families. The team aims to help children feel secure by working closely with parents, while ongoing communication supports understanding of each child's needs and progress. Comfortable clothes and manageable footwear support independence; a spare outfit stays on the child's peg for changes.
Milk, fruit, crackers and water are accessible at the snack table during the day. Children attending full time may have a lunch made on site from a seasonal menu or bring food from home. That gives families a choice over the midday meal. Parents should tell the school about allergies or other dietary needs so suitable arrangements can be made.
Safety arrangements include secured entrances and gates during the day, supervision during activities and play, and two staff members at dismissal. Staff receive safeguarding training. For additional needs, families can contact the school's SENDCo through the office; the school's pastoral team is another route for discussing concerns. This gives parents a clear starting point for conversations about support.
Attending this nursery does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions process. Applications use the Common Application Form and are handled by the family's home local authority within coordinated admission arrangements.
Preparation for the change includes a virtual Reception tour and information for parents about starting Reception. Families can use these to introduce the next stage to their child. Familiarity with the setting is separate from the allocation of a school place.
Morning nursery runs from 08:30 to 11:30; the afternoon runs from 12:15 to 15:15. Full-day sessions are also offered. These options let families choose between a shorter session and a longer nursery day.
The nursery accepts government funding for 15-hour and 30-hour entitlement, with additional paid sessions offered when needed. Contact the school office about availability and current charges by calling 01642 247985 or emailing contactus@liftnorthormesby.org.
Uniform is encouraged for nursery children. The emphasis is on clothes that are comfortable and footwear children can manage, making dressing part of practising independence rather than an extra obstacle.
Morning sessions run from 08:30 to 11:30, and afternoon sessions from 12:15 to 15:15. Full-day attendance is also offered.
Yes. It accepts 15-hour and 30-hour government funding and offers additional paid sessions where needed. Contact the office about availability and current charges.
The snack table provides milk, water, fruit and crackers throughout the day. Full-time children can bring a packed lunch or have a meal prepared on site from a seasonal menu.
Uniform is encouraged. Comfortable clothing, easy-to-manage footwear and a spare set of clothes on the child's peg are recommended.
No. Reception requires a separate application through the normal admissions process, using the Common Application Form administered by the family's home local authority.
