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Nursery at Newstead Primary and Nursery 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Story maps, sound games and space to move between indoors and outdoors give Acorn Class its character. This is Newstead Primary and Nursery School's Foundation Stage 1 provision for children aged three and four, with entry possible in the term following a child's third birthday.
Nursery shares a Foundation Stage unit with Reception. In July 2026, Ofsted judged early years to meet the Expected standard, with children developing confidence and independence alongside learning to cooperate.
A large indoor and outdoor learning environment supports free movement during busy time. Children can use both areas throughout that part of the day, giving their play room to extend beyond the classroom. The early years foundation stage (EYFS) curriculum sets learning milestones: activities introduce ideas and return to them so children can remember and connect their learning.
Books give those activities a concrete focus. Work around The Gingerbread Man includes making story maps, painting, creating characters with lolly sticks and assembling children's own books. The Runaway Chapatti introduces a different cultural version of a familiar tale. Retelling The Little Red Hen with actions gives children another way to practise language through participation.
Phase 1 Phonics starts with listening and speaking. Songs, sound games, clapping and stomping develop awareness of rhythm; children also practise hearing the separate sounds within spoken words and combining them. This prepares the ground for later reading rather than beginning with letter shapes.
Maths mixes adult guidance with activities children can explore during play. Practical experiences develop ideas about shape, number, measurement and position in space, with concepts revisited across the year. In July 2026, early years teaching helped children retain learning and connect ideas across activities. Nursery children were prepared for the next stage of phonics teaching.
Learning to share and work together is part of the daily experience. In July 2026, children in early years felt secure and content, while becoming more confident about doing things for themselves.
Tapestry connects home and nursery by sharing children's experiences in both places. Families can also speak directly with the class team. For special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), the school's SENCO can be contacted through the office, giving parents a direct route to discuss support.
A separate application. Attending nursery does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must apply again through the normal school admissions route and meet its deadline. Nottinghamshire County Council manages the school's admissions, so the Reception application is a separate step from arranging nursery attendance.
Sharing the Foundation Stage unit gives nursery children a learning environment alongside Reception children. That practical connection should be kept separate from the allocation of places: choosing Acorn Class does not secure the next admission.
The nursery provides 15 hours of childcare, with the universal funded offer available to all parents. Its morning session runs from 9am to midday; gates open at 8:50am. That makes the collection time a clear consideration for families planning their working day.
Applications use a nursery application form, after which the school contacts the family. Nursery enquiries can be made by calling 01623 753681 or emailing office@newstead.notts.sch.uk. This is the school contact route for nursery questions; school admissions queries go to the local authority.
Children aged three and four attend, and may join in the term after their third birthday.
The morning session runs from 9am to midday, with gates opening at 8:50am.
No. Reception requires a separate application through the normal school admissions route, managed by Nottinghamshire County Council.
Phase 1 Phonics uses songs and oral games to develop listening, rhythm and awareness of sounds within words.
Tapestry shares experiences from home and nursery. Parents can also speak with the class team or contact the office on 01623 753681 or office@newstead.notts.sch.uk.
