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Nursery at Backworth Park 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Stories, conversation and daily outdoor learning give Backworth Park’s nursery its character. This is the school’s own provision for children starting at three, with an admission number of 26 per session. Morning attendance is the main pattern, while some children can access 30-hour provision.
Ofsted’s January 2026 report judged the school’s early years provision to be at Strong standard. That judgement covers early years within the school, rather than a separately graded nursery. The nursery-specific findings describe children becoming comfortable quickly, helped by predictable routines and adults who understand their individual needs.
Play and practical exploration shape the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. In parent terms, learning involves developing communication, physical skills and early understanding through activities, rather than treating these as separate classroom subjects. Planning takes account of children’s interests, giving adults a starting point for extending what each child knows and can do.
Language receives close attention. In January 2026, early years staff used conversation and demonstrations of language to broaden vocabulary and help children communicate. Stories begin early, giving children repeated contact with books and the language they contain. Opportunities to strengthen physical skills sit alongside work on early writing and numbers, so learning reaches beyond listening and talking.
Both inside and outside spaces support learning. Foundation Stage children use the outdoor learning environment daily, making outdoor activity part of the routine. The early years curriculum also carries the school’s values of responsibility, respect and resilience into children’s learning and relationships.
Settling rests on familiarity and clear expectations. The January 2026 nursery findings describe calm surroundings, routines children understand and staff with a detailed knowledge of each child. Home visits and continuing conversations with families support early years learning, helping parents remain involved beyond the session itself.
Additional needs are addressed from the start. Early years leaders work closely with families to recognise where support is needed. The SEND policy sets out a cycle of assessment, planning, action and review, with parents informed when additional educational provision is arranged. This gives families a role in shaping support and checking its effect.
Lunch has a defined place in the longer day: children using the 30-hour provision eat between 11.30am and noon. Families must tell the school promptly about allergies or dietary requirements, and food brought into school must exclude nuts and nut-containing products. Across the school building, wheelchair access extends throughout the ground floor, and accessible toilet facilities are provided.
Separate application. Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place at Backworth Park. The school handles nursery admissions, while North Tyneside’s local authority handles Reception admissions through its co-ordinated scheme. Families therefore apply again through the normal Reception process and must meet the deadline for their application cycle. Familiarity with the nursery should never be treated as a confirmed school place.
Morning nursery runs from 8.30am to 11.30am. For children accessing 30-hour provision, lunch is followed by an afternoon session from noon until 3pm. The 30-hour provision is subject to eligibility criteria and is available to some nursery children. Ask the school to confirm eligibility and availability.
A known adult must accompany nursery children and collect them. Changes to collection arrangements should reach the office beforehand; if an unfamiliar person will collect, parents must notify the school and supply a safe password.
School uniform includes a royal blue cardigan or sweatshirt, a white polo shirt and grey or black lower garments. The logo is optional, and pre-loved uniform can be obtained through the office. For nursery enquiries, contact the office on 0191 815 8000, email office@backworthparkprimary.org.uk or use the contact-page enquiry form.
The morning session runs from 8.30am to 11.30am.
Some nursery children can access 30-hour provision, subject to eligibility criteria. Ask the school to confirm eligibility and availability. Lunch runs from 11.30am to noon, followed by an afternoon session ending at 3pm.
No. Nursery and Reception have separate admissions processes. Reception applications go through North Tyneside’s local authority co-ordinated scheme.
The January 2026 early years findings describe clear routines, calm surroundings and staff who understand the children well. Home visits and ongoing communication involve families in early years learning.
Contact the school office on 0191 815 8000 or office@backworthparkprimary.org.uk. The contact page also has an enquiry form.
