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Nursery at Springwood 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Two pre-school classes give Springwood’s youngest children their own starting point within the academy: FS0 and FS1. The provision includes children aged two, with up to 16 pupils in FS0 and up to 24 in FS1 at any one time. These are limits for each class, rather than a promise of a vacant place.
Based on Aughton Lane in Aston, the nursery belongs to Springwood Primary Academy. Ofsted judged the school’s early years provision Good at the inspection on 20 and 21 May 2025. That judgement covers early years within the school; it is not a separate nursery rating.
Conversation gives the FS0 curriculum a clear focus. Story-time books are chosen to introduce vocabulary, encourage questions and help children put their thoughts into sentences. Listening to a story becomes a chance to speak, respond and develop understanding, rather than simply sit and listen.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) covers seven areas of learning here. FS0 places particular emphasis on movement and physical skills, relationships and emotional development, and communication. The nursery aims to match activities to each child’s development, with individual attention from adults. Staff observe children, talk with them and use adult-led activities to assess their learning.
Creative materials are accessible each day in early years. Children investigate texture, colour and shape, then explain what they have made and how they made it. Technology also appears through small-group work and pretend play, introducing children to familiar digital devices.
In May 2025, early years staff training concentrated on language, speech and vocabulary. Children picked up new words readily, and early years learning included repeated practice with letters, sounds and words. This gives language development a practical place in the day.
FS0 aims to ease the move from home into nursery through relationships between practitioners, children and families. Its team includes a deputy manager and early years practitioners. Parents discuss development at autumn and spring parents’ evenings and receive a report at the end of the year, providing regular opportunities to raise concerns.
Additional needs have a route into the school’s SEND support structure. Parents can contact the SENDCo by letter, email or telephone, and the wider team includes assistant inclusion managers and teaching assistants. In May 2025, early years needs were recognised promptly; sensory work and individually tailored phonics teaching supported some children with SEND.
Practical accessibility features across the school include sinks and toilets at a low height, an accessible washroom and ramps around the building. These adaptations support access to the school environment, rather than relying solely on changes to teaching.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the local authority’s coordinated process, using its Common Application Form. Treat choosing the nursery and applying for Reception as separate decisions.
Transition support has a distinct purpose: familiarity with the next stage. Children with SEND can have extra visits before the summer break ahead of a September transition, including the move from nursery into primary school. Those visits support adjustment; they do not secure admission.
FS1 children can attend after-school childcare on weekdays from 3.15pm to 5.45pm. A member of staff takes them to the school hall, where a drink and snack precede activities such as construction, crafts and den building. Dietary requirements should be shared with practitioners.
Bookings are made through reception or info@springwoodacademy.org. After-school care requires booking and payment at least 24 hours ahead, with no bookings accepted on the day. Contact the school for current charges. General enquiries and academy visits can also be arranged by email or on 0114 2872597.
Yes. The nursery includes provision for children aged two, and its pre-school classes are FS0 and FS1.
There can be up to 16 pupils in FS0 and up to 24 in FS1 at any one time.
No. A separate application is required through the local authority’s coordinated admissions process using its Common Application Form.
FS1 children can attend from 3.15pm to 5.45pm, Monday to Friday. Book and pay at least 24 hours ahead; bookings on the day are not accepted.
Parents can contact the SENDCo by telephone, email or letter. The school’s support team also includes assistant inclusion managers and teaching assistants.
