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Nursery at Anston Brook 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Songs, stories and learning outdoors give Lion Class its character. This is Anston Brook Primary School’s nursery, known as Foundation Stage One (FS1), where children can start in the term following their third birthday. It forms part of the school’s early years provision on Ryton Road in North Anston.
The emphasis is on becoming independent, communicating and building relationships. In Ofsted’s February 2026 inspection, early years reached Strong standard. That judgement covers the school’s early years provision, rather than a separately inspected nursery.
Play has a clear purpose here. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supported by Development Matters, connects learning about language, movement and relationships with early literacy, maths, creativity and understanding the world. Nursery learning concentrates mainly on the personal, physical and communication foundations that help children tackle other learning later.
Children sing rhymes, discuss stories and begin recognising numbers. Movement also matters: activities develop control in their arms, hands and wrists, preparing them for later writing. Early writing activities include dough disco and bead threading, giving children practical ways to strengthen their hands and fingers.
Indoors, themes and children’s interests shape the learning opportunities. Adults guide some activities; children start others themselves. Outdoors provides room for larger-scale exploration and contact with the natural environment. This gives children different ways to develop ideas, rather than keeping learning at a table. Books are included in the early years play provision, and classroom book corners give stories a physical place in the day.
In February 2026, the early years curriculum built knowledge progressively, with staff checking children’s progress and adjusting learning where needed. Adult conversations supported learning during planned activities and informal moments alike. Even snack time became an opportunity to learn.
The Foundation team welcomes parents’ questions directly through an open-door approach. Families can also contribute achievements from home through Dojo, while photographs and observations record children’s learning. This connects what a child does at nursery with the skills and interests parents see at home.
Support starts with understanding each child. In February 2026, staff assessed children’s initial knowledge accurately, recognised additional needs promptly and adapted activities to address gaps in skills or understanding. For children needing extra help, the response was built into their learning.
A piece of fruit is provided at morning break for EYFS pupils. Families with food allergies or special dietary requirements can contact the school office. Safeguarding arrangements include annual staff training, with safeguarding discussed first at staff meetings, keeping concerns part of routine staff communication.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Children do not move automatically into Reception at Anston Brook: parents must make a separate application through the normal admissions process by its deadline. Use your home local authority’s application route; for Rotherham families, this is the council’s Education Admissions Office.
Preparation for the next stage is a separate question from securing a place. In February 2026, nursery children were well equipped for their next steps. The daily emphasis on listening, speaking, independence and relationships gives that preparation a practical shape. Families should keep the Reception application separate from their nursery arrangements.
Morning sessions for FS1 children taking 15 hours begin at 8:45am and finish at 11:45am; doors open at 8:40am. For FS1 children taking 30 hours, full-day provision opens its doors at 8:40am and ends at 3:30pm.
Children can access 15 free education hours, with 30 hours of funded care available when families have an appropriate code. Paid additional sessions or days can be arranged through the school office. The school requires uniform for its pupils.
The Lime Trees provides onsite wraparound care for children from Foundation Stage through to Year 6, with morning drop-off at 7:30am and collection at 6pm at the main entrance. Book directly on 0115 9313562 or hello@thelimetrees.co.uk. Nursery enquiries go to the school office on 01909 550599 or enquiries@abp.wwpat.org.
Children can begin in the term after they turn three, joining FS1, also known as Lion Class.
The 15-hour morning session runs from 8:45am to 11:45am, with doors opening at 8:40am. Full-day provision for FS1 children taking 30 hours has doors opening at 8:40am and finishes at 3:30pm.
FS1 children can access 15 free hours of education and 30 hours of funded care with an appropriate code. Additional paid sessions and days can be arranged through the school office.
Parents can share children’s achievements through Dojo and speak directly with the Foundation team through its open-door approach.
No. A separate Reception application is required through the normal local authority admissions process. Nursery children do not transfer automatically into the attached school.
