Tenbury CofE Primary School Nursery

Communication and language give Tenbury’s early years provision its clearest character. Adults help children develop their interactions, making learning to communicate a central part of their start at school. The nursery belongs to Tenbury CofE Primary School on Bromyard Road in Tenbury Wells, within a Church of England setting.

Early years provision was graded Good at the Ofsted inspection on 18 and 19 June 2024. 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 here, with communication and language receiving a clear emphasis. In June 2024, adults were trained to develop children’s exchanges with others. For parents, the useful detail is the attention given to interaction: learning involves how children communicate, alongside what they learn.

A creative curriculum links subjects through themes where possible. This gives related learning a shared context, rather than treating each subject as an isolated activity. Curriculum planning also connects Nursery and Reception, helping the learning in one stage relate to the next.

Settling begins with contact between home and school. Starting arrangements include a nursery home visit, giving families an opportunity to discuss their child’s needs and ask questions. Children are encouraged to visit before starting so they can meet their teacher and other children. Additional visits are encouraged for children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND); a phased start may be agreed where appropriate.

For children needing additional help, the Early Years Inclusion Team works with teachers and families. Speech and Language services, Community Paediatrics and the Child Development Centre are possible referral routes. Support depends on the child’s needs.

The school’s SEND process involves parents in planning support and reviews progress each term. Small groups or individual sessions may involve teachers, teaching assistants or specialist professionals. Ramps provide access to the school building for children with physical disabilities, a concrete feature relevant to families considering mobility needs.

Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate application, and nursery attendance does not confer priority under the September 2027 admission arrangements. Familiarity with the school and eligibility for a place are separate matters.

For September 2027 entry, parents must submit the online common application form through the local authority where they live by 15 January 2027. This is the application to put in the family calendar, even when a child already attends the nursery.

Transition support is distinct from admission. Where appropriate, children moving year groups can meet their new teacher individually, spend a summer handover day in their next class, or use a transition book with photographs. Social stories may help children who find the change difficult.

Nursery enquiries can go through the school office on 01584 810234 or by email to office@tenbury-pri.worcs.sch.uk. A contact form also accepts questions. For SEND discussions, the school’s coordinator can be reached through the office, giving families a direct route to discuss their child’s support.