Lindal and Marton Primary School Nursery

New words, early reading and staff who get to know each child give this nursery its character. Children join in the term after their third birthday, with September, January and Easter entry points dependent on age and space. The nursery belongs to Lindal and Marton Primary School in Lindal-in-Furness.

In the inspection published on 14 April 2026, Ofsted judged early years to meet the Expected standard. That judgement covers the school's early years provision, rather than a separately inspected nursery. Children settled promptly and progressed through the curriculum, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Language runs through the early years day. Adults introduce fresh vocabulary and model sentences, helping children build the words they need to express themselves. Reading begins early too: children learn letter sounds and receive extra help when they need it to follow the phonics programme. These are practical foundations for understanding and using language.

Learning is adjusted to the child. Staff check children's knowledge and skills, then use those checks to decide on groups and individual support. The early years curriculum therefore combines communication, early reading and attention to each child's next learning steps.

Music also extends to nursery children, with singing, listening and making music forming part of the school's approach. Beyond the classroom, the school has an outdoor classroom and a rear garden reached by ramps. These are school facilities supporting learning outdoors; the garden gives the provision a concrete connection to the world beyond indoor lessons.

Getting to know children is part of the care here. In April 2026, early years staff recognised additional needs promptly and involved specialists when necessary. Their knowledge of individual children helped children feel secure. Parents also valued help with learning at home, giving families practical support beyond the nursery session.

Before children start at the school, early years staff make home visits. Parents can discuss additional needs at that point, allowing preparations to begin early. For children with SEN, Individual Education Plans are reviewed each term and shared with parents, with ideas for supporting learning at home. Parents can arrange discussions with the class teacher or SENCO.

School meals are prepared by Furness Education Trust using local, fresh ingredients. This describes the school's catering arrangement, rather than a nursery meal entitlement.

Reception requires another application. A nursery place does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must apply separately using the online application or its paper equivalent, SA1, by 15 January. Outcomes are communicated in April, so nursery attendance should never be treated as a secured school place.

Familiarity is built separately from admission. During the summer term before starting school, children can attend an afternoon each week to play with their future classmates and meet staff. Parents can request a home visit from the Reception teacher and a teaching assistant, and an induction evening provides practical preparation.

Nursery application forms are collected from the main school office and returned to the administrator. The school allocates nursery places, with entry dependent on age and available space.

For enquiries, use the contact form, email admin@lindal-marton.co.uk or telephone 01229 462710. School visits can be arranged. The school is on Pit Lane, Lindal-in-Furness, Ulverston, LA12 0NB.