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Nursery at Captain Webb 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Two starting points distinguish Captain Webb’s early years provision: daycare from age 2 and nursery for children aged 3 and 4. Both sit within Captain Webb Primary School in Telford, giving families a choice of starting stage before school age. The distinction matters when choosing which provision to apply for.
Captain Webb describes its approach as collaborative, with families involved alongside staff and children. Its ambitions for the early years include independence, confidence and a love of reading. These are aims for children’s development, rather than simply preparation for a school application.
The nursery belongs to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the school’s framework for children’s early learning. Captain Webb places reading within its ambitions from the early years onward. For parents, that makes an interest in books a useful thread to look for when visiting and discussing the nursery day.
Independence is another explicit aim: the school wants children to consider their own ideas, take initiative and develop confidence in their learning. It also describes outdoor learning as an opportunity for every child, intended to extend knowledge and understanding. Together, those priorities point towards learning that involves children making choices and exploring, alongside developing an interest in reading.
Emotional well-being is one of Captain Webb’s stated priorities, with the school aiming to help children respond to setbacks with confidence. Its approach also places equal value on families and learners across differences including disability, faith and ethnicity. That gives inclusion a place in its expectations for school life.
For a child with a disability or recognised special educational needs, families are asked to tell the school as early as possible. The school will work with parents and the local authority on necessary reasonable adjustments. Raising those needs early gives that planning a starting point before entry.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Nursery admission is managed by the school, while Reception places are allocated by Telford and Wrekin Council, which determines the admissions criteria.
Families must make a separate Reception application through the local authority’s Admissions Team, following the normal application timetable. Treat this as a distinct step: accepting a nursery place and arranging a nursery start date do not complete the Reception application.
Government-funded and privately funded places are offered, with paid wraparound cover for families needing additional hours. A start date is discussed once the nursery has established that it has enough space to meet the family’s needs. Availability therefore needs to match the requested arrangement.
Parents and children can book a visit by calling 01952 386769. The visit includes looking around the site, meeting staff and asking questions. Nursery application forms can be returned by email or post; collection and postal copies can also be arranged.
For funded-place enquiries, call the school office on 01952 386770. General enquiries can also go to A2174@taw.org.uk. The school is on Webb Crescent, Dawley, Telford, TF4 3DU.
Daycare starts from age 2. Nursery is for children aged 3 and 4.
No. Families must apply separately through the local authority’s Admissions Team for Reception.
The early years provision offers government-funded and privately funded places, plus paid wraparound cover for additional hours.
Yes. Call 01952 386769 to arrange a visit, look around the site and meet staff.
Tell the school as early as possible about a disability or recognised special educational needs. It will work with you and the local authority on necessary reasonable adjustments.
