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Nursery at Penryn 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Favourite stories and children’s own interests shape learning at Penryn Nursery, where communication gets deliberate attention from the start. Provision begins at age two and includes three- and four-year-olds within Penryn Primary Academy on Treverbyn Rise. It operates under the school’s registration. In Ofsted’s March 2026 inspection, early years met the expected standard.
Children’s interests help determine topics, with seasons providing another starting point. Autumn usually begins with All About Me, giving children and adults a way to get acquainted. Previous themes include Mini-beasts, Colour, Bears and Growing. These give the learning a recognisable focus while leaving room for what catches a child’s attention.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) brings care, development and learning together. For two-year-olds, the nursery prioritises the foundations: communicating, developing physically and building relationships. For three- and four-year-olds, those priorities continue alongside learning about the world, early mathematics and literacy. The nursery aims to build skills for school through this combination.
Language receives close attention in practice. In March 2026, staff checked speech and language soon after children started, allowing them to spot difficulties and begin addressing them early. Activities connected with favourite stories helped children extend their vocabulary. Adults’ conversations generally helped children understand more deeply, making talking part of the learning itself.
Relationships help children feel secure. In March 2026, early-years children had affectionate relationships with adults, and families were involved from the beginning. A nursery open afternoon gave parents an opportunity to take part in their child’s learning. That offers a useful connection between home and the nursery day.
The Early Years lead arranges meetings for all new entrants to understand their needs. Parents with concerns about progress can begin with the class teacher; additional support is discussed with families and reviewed through ongoing communication. Where further help is needed, the process can involve the SEND coordinator and outside agencies. Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychology and the Early Years Inclusion Service are among the school’s partners.
For children with SEND, teachers or the SEND coordinator also attend multi-agency meetings to support changes between phases. This gives families a route for discussing needs beyond the classroom. Big Brush Club adds a practical care routine: supervised toothbrushing, with the nursery aiming to establish lasting dental habits.
Attending Penryn Nursery does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions route and meet the applicable deadline.
Support with transition is a separate matter. For children with SEND, staff participation in multi-agency meetings helps plan the move between phases; it does not secure admission.
The 15-hour session options are mornings from 8.45am to 11.45am or afternoons from 12.15pm to 3.15pm. There is also a 30-hour session option. Flexible hours can be discussed with the school office, and families can purchase hours beyond their funded allocation. Agree the attendance pattern before arranging work or other childcare around it.
Universal funding provides 15 hours from the term after a child turns three. Eligible working families can access 30 hours, while some two-year-olds qualify for 15 hours through additional-support criteria, with funding starting from the term after they turn two. Funding covers up to 15 or 30 hours weekly over 38 weeks each year. Agree how the entitlement will be used with the nursery and contact the school for current additional-hour charges.
To enquire about a place, complete the Nursery Application Form and the team will contact you. Visits can be arranged by appointment. The office can also be reached on 01326 373290 or at hello@penrynprimary.org.
Children can start from age two, with provision also covering three- and four-year-olds.
Morning sessions run from 8.45am to 11.45am, and afternoon sessions from 12.15pm to 3.15pm. Flexible hours can be discussed with the office.
Yes. The universal offer provides 15 hours from the term after a child turns three. Eligible working families can use 30 hours, and qualifying two-year-olds can receive 15 hours through additional-support criteria from the term after they turn two.
No. Reception requires a separate application through the normal admissions process.
Complete the Nursery Application Form to hear from the team, or contact the school to arrange an appointment. Telephone 01326 373290 or email hello@penrynprimary.org.
