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Nursery at Belgrave St Bartholomew's 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Language comes first at Belgrave’s nursery: children begin building vocabulary and communication skills from the start, and early reading teaching begins in Nursery. This is the academy’s own provision, within a Church of England primary school on Sussex Place in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent. Children can join from age three, and the maximum nursery intake is 60 children each year.
At the Ofsted inspection on 11 and 12 March 2025, early years provision was graded Outstanding. That judgement covers the school’s early years provision, rather than a separately inspected nursery. The academy describes courage, compassion and respect as its core values, giving families a clear sense of its Christian character.
Conversation is part of the teaching. In March 2025, adults in early years used their exchanges with children to develop learning, with language and communication receiving attention from the beginning. For a young child, that means everyday interaction carries educational purpose alongside the introduction to reading.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) brings together communication, emotional and social development, physical skills, literacy, mathematics, understanding the world and creative expression. In parent language, learning to explain an idea, manage feelings or control a pencil matters alongside early number and reading skills.
A nursery autumn programme from 2023 illustrates how those areas have been brought together. Outdoor pretend play included a builders yard and mud kitchen; indoors, children painted self-portraits, made models and experimented with collage. These activities gave children ways to represent their ideas through play and making. The examples belong to that autumn programme, rather than a fixed timetable for every session.
Settling starts before the first nursery session. Staff visit families at home, discuss support a child has already received and speak with a previous day nursery where relevant. Induction is then planned with parents around the individual child. This gives families an opportunity to explain needs and familiar routines before attendance begins.
For children needing additional support, Foundation Stage staff use assessments, Education, Health and Care Plans and Pupil Passports to organise help. Progress is discussed with parents at least once a term, by meeting or telephone. Toileting and eating needs are handled through consultation with families, while children with medical conditions have care plans.
Communication support. In March 2025, staff in the school’s specially resourced provision used communication systems inconsistently, limiting some pupils’ learning. This concern concerned that provision, rather than a specific nursery finding. Families whose child uses pictures or signing should discuss how those methods will be used during the nursery day.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place and does not confer priority. Families must make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions process by the published closing date. Applications can be made through Stoke-on-Trent’s online admissions service or using an application form returned to the academy or local authority.
Preparation for a new class is a separate matter. During the summer term, children have a transition period to experience their next class and meet teachers. Assessment records and information about additional needs are handed on, helping the receiving team prepare support. Familiarity supports the move; it does not determine admission.
Contact the school office on 01782 486341 to arrange a visit. The nursery is based at the academy on Sussex Place, ST3 4TP.
ABC Club provides before and after school care where it is appropriate for a child’s age and stage. Places depend on availability, with bookings through ParentPay. Breakfast choices include yoghurt, fruit and toast; afternoon snacks include cheese sandwiches and beans on toast. Specific dietary requirements can be accommodated within the club. Families using this additional care should obtain current charges from the school.
Children can start from age three. The academy can accept a maximum of 60 nursery children each year.
Early years provision was graded Outstanding at the Ofsted inspection on 11 and 12 March 2025. This is a school early years judgement, not a separate nursery rating.
Staff carry out home visits before children start and consult parents when planning each child’s induction. Where relevant, they also speak with a previous day nursery.
No. Attendance neither guarantees a place nor gives priority. A separate Reception application is required through the normal admissions process.
Contact the school office on 01782 486341 to arrange a visit.
