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Nursery at Alec Reed 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Learning to concentrate and play considerately gives this nursery its character. At Alec Reed Academy in Northolt, children join the school's early years provision, with nursery classes for ages three to five and admission numbers of 52 for the morning and 52 for the afternoon.
Ofsted judged the school's early years provision Outstanding at its inspection on 20 and 21 June 2023. That judgement covers early years within the academy; it is not a separate nursery rating.
Play and exploration are central to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) here. In June 2023, adults planned activities carefully and prompted children to investigate unfamiliar learning. For a parent, the significant detail is the combination of exploration and adult guidance: children were developing their attention alongside the ability to learn with other children.
Sharing, kindness and listening also formed part of early years learning. These are practical skills for taking part in a group, rather than simply expectations about behaviour. The learning environment had plentiful resources, giving children material to support their play and exploration.
Beyond the nursery, the primary phase has an outdoor play area and shared facilities including a Sports Hall and Restaurant. These belong to the wider primary setting, so they should be understood separately from the nursery's own learning environment.
Settling starts with a conversation at home. Families who accept a place are offered a visit from the Early Years team, allowing parents to share information about their child before nursery begins. Medical needs and dietary requirements can be discussed during that visit. It gives the team a starting point for understanding the child as an individual.
Additional needs are identified promptly from early years onwards, a finding from June 2023. The academy's support arrangements include discussions with parents, involvement from the SENDCo and specialist advice where needed. Parents with concerns can begin by speaking to the class teacher; continuing concerns can lead to further meetings and outside-agency involvement.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. It also gives no priority under the academy's Reception oversubscription criteria. Families must make a separate application through the normal Reception admissions process, with a closing date of 15 January.
For children with SEND, the academy's arrangements for changing classes include passing information and support plans to the next teacher. Children can visit their next classroom and, where possible, meet the teacher. This supports familiarity with the next stage, but it does not change the admissions decision.
Morning and afternoon nursery classes sit alongside additional Day Care for children aged three to five. Day Care runs from 8am to 6pm for up to 50 weeks each year and has daily charges. Contact the academy for current charges.
Early Years Pupil Premium can provide extra funding for eligible children aged three or four to support their care, development and learning. Parents are asked to complete an eligibility form.
For enquiries, email enquiries@alecreedacademy.co.uk or call 020 8841 4511. Families can also telephone to arrange a visit, giving them an opportunity to see the provision before choosing it.
Nursery classes accept children aged three to five. Children generally begin in September after their third birthday; subject to remaining places, they may start the term after turning three.
Yes. Additional Day Care for ages three to five operates from 8am to 6pm for up to 50 weeks each year, with daily charges.
After accepting a place, families are offered a home visit from the Early Years team to discuss their child, including medical needs and dietary requirements.
No. It neither guarantees a place nor gives priority under the Reception criteria. A separate Reception application is required, with a closing date of 15 January.
Yes. Call 020 8841 4511 to arrange a convenient date.
