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Nursery at Hamer Community 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Hands-on learning in a Forest School area gives Hamer's younger children a connection with the outdoors. The nursery belongs to Hamer Community Primary School in Rochdale, with entry from the term following a child's third birthday. Families can choose between 15-hour and 30-hour places. It is part of the school's Foundation Stage, with a nursery teacher listed within that team.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) shapes the curriculum. In parent terms, Hamer's priorities include children expressing themselves clearly, becoming independent and learning to keep themselves safe, alongside developing reading, writing and maths skills. These aims put communication and everyday independence alongside early learning.
Outdoor learning has a physical base: the school uses its Forest School area for practical experiences with younger children. That adds an outdoor setting to their learning. For families continuing activities at home, the EYFS home-learning page includes number games, songs and stories, plus suggestions for searching for bugs and making things outdoors.
For concerns about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), the class teacher is the first contact. Parents can arrange a SENDCo appointment through the office. The school's support network includes educational psychologists supplied by Rochdale's local authority and professionals from Rochdale Additional Needs Service (RANS), giving families routes to specialist advice through school.
Access is practical too. The school site is step-free and wheelchair accessible, with accessible toilets and designated disabled parking. Those features matter for children or family members who need accessible routes.
School meals are supplied by GFM, with menu revisions twice yearly and children's feedback passed to the caterer. Collection follows a clear school rule: an adult must appear on the office or classroom contact list before a child can leave with them.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal local-authority process. Hamer directs parents to Rochdale School Admissions for those arrangements. Treat choosing a nursery place and applying for Reception as two separate decisions.
The nursery offers 15-hour and 30-hour places for children starting after their third birthday, from the following term. For nursery enquiries, contact the school office at office@hamer.rochdale.sch.uk or on 01706655756. The school is on Albert Royds Street, Rochdale, OL16 2SU. Keep the office's collection contact list accurate so that the adults collecting your child meet the school's release rule.
Children can start from the term after they turn three.
Hamer offers 15-hour and 30-hour places.
No. Reception requires a separate application through the local-authority process; Hamer directs families to Rochdale School Admissions.
Start with the class teacher. A SENDCo appointment can be arranged through the school office.
Email office@hamer.rochdale.sch.uk or telephone 01706655756.
