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Nursery at Lockwood 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Adult-guided learning and time to explore through play give Lockwood’s early years provision its character. The nursery belongs to Lockwood Primary School in Boosbeck, where the school’s age range begins at three. It has a Nursery classroom within the school building, with access from the main corridor.
Ofsted judged early years provision Good at the inspection on 24 and 25 May 2023. That judgement covers the school’s early years provision, rather than a separately inspected nursery.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provides the curriculum framework. In May 2023, children were building sound foundations across its learning areas. Learning combined activities guided by adults with independent play, giving children both direct teaching and opportunities to practise for themselves.
The adult-guided element was a strength: children enjoyed sessions with a clear purpose. Independent play took place across different learning areas. The balance matters for parents because a child’s experience depends both on what adults teach and on the activities children can choose afterwards.
Independent learning. In May 2023, the activities available for children to choose were uneven in quality. Some parts of the curriculum offered too few chances to reinforce learning. When visiting, pay attention to how the activities children choose help them practise what they have been taught.
Art begins in early years. Exploring materials and taking part in creative experiences are intended to develop imagination, expression and the language children use to communicate their ideas. Repeated experiences with the arts form part of that approach, giving children opportunities to return to materials and develop their responses over time.
An EYFS leader forms part of the teaching team, alongside staff assigned to early years learning support. This gives families identifiable team roles to approach about their child’s learning and care.
For children with special educational needs or disabilities, the school’s SEND coordinator can be contacted through the office. The SEND Information Report is aimed at parents and carers, while the SEND Policy sets out responsibilities for additional needs. These provide a starting point for discussing a child’s individual support.
Communication includes weekly school newsletters, with questions about letters directed to a child’s teacher or the office. Families can also use the school’s SEND services page to reach information about SENDIASS and the Redcar and Cleveland Local Offer. SENDIASS provides impartial guidance on special educational needs and disability.
Attending the nursery does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions process and meet the applicable deadline.
The Admissions Team at Redcar & Cleveland Council is the school’s signposted contact for application questions and place availability. Keep that application separate from arrangements for the nursery: choosing this early years provision should be a decision about the child’s nursery experience, rather than an assumption about their next school place.
Visits can be arranged by calling the school office on 01287 650238. The office also handles enquiries at office@lockwood.rac.sch.uk, giving families a direct contact before arranging an appointment.
For school application enquiries, the council’s Admissions Team takes calls on 01642 837740, Monday to Friday between 10am and 2pm. Its email address is SchoolsAdmissions@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk. Use that route for admissions questions and the school office to arrange a visit.
No. Families must apply separately for Reception through the normal admissions process.
Early years provision was judged Good at the inspection on 24 and 25 May 2023. This was part of the school inspection, rather than a separate nursery judgement.
At the May 2023 inspection, early years learning combined adult-guided activities with independent play. Art also begins in early years, with opportunities to explore materials and develop creative expression.
Contact the school office to speak to the SEND coordinator. The school also provides a SEND Information Report for parents and carers.
Yes. Call the school office on 01287 650238 to make an appointment.
