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Nursery at Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Mud play, conversation and growing independence give Flanshaw’s nursery its character. During June 2024, children in the early years helped one another get their outdoor clothing on before playing in mud, a practical example of cooperation becoming part of learning.
This is the school’s own nursery for three and four year olds, within its early years provision. There are 78 nursery places, with up to 39 children attending each part-time session. Children usually begin in the term following their third birthday. At the Ofsted inspection on 11 and 12 June 2024, early years provision received a Good judgement within the school inspection, rather than a separate nursery rating.
Play gives the day its shape. Adults organise activities and also leave room for children’s own choices, indoors and outside. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) brings together communication, movement and emotional development with early reading, maths, creativity and understanding the world. Here, observations of children’s interests and developing skills inform what adults plan next, so play has a learning purpose.
Construction and small-world areas sit alongside spaces for painting, making marks and investigating maths. Sand, water and materials for shaping give children further ways to explore. These are recurring learning areas rather than a succession of isolated tasks: children can develop ideas through handling materials, experimenting and talking with adults.
Music joins everyday activity through the Kapow Music Scheme. Children can dance, sing or experiment with instruments during play; movement breaks and number songs also bring music into routines. That gives expression and physical activity a place alongside early language and maths.
In June 2024, adults’ questioning extended children’s conversations, while indoor and outdoor provision prompted independence and cooperation. Phonics teaching helped children begin reading words, with additional help for those struggling. There was also work to review English teaching so that basic writing skills were taught effectively from early years. Families should weigh that writing focus alongside the positive early reading findings.
Two teachers are listed for the nursery, alongside nursery nurses in the early years team. For children needing additional support, the Caterpillar Room is a concrete feature within the early years unit. Nursery children use this space for support with sensory processing and social communication needs, including managing feelings when stimulation becomes overwhelming. June 2024 findings confirmed effective SEND support in early years, helping children learn alongside their peers.
Care routines involve parents directly. Individual intimate care plans are developed with families when a child needs regular help. Medical Tracker notifies parents when first aid has been given, and serious injuries prompt a telephone call. During eating, children face supervising adults and a qualified paediatric first aider is present. Staff preparing food hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene Qualification.
For children taking 30-hour places, the nursery admissions guidance requires a packed lunch and excludes school dinners. Fresh water is accessible throughout the early years day. These arrangements make lunch preparation part of the family’s routine.
A nursery place does not guarantee admission to Flanshaw’s Reception. Families must make a separate application using the local authority’s Admissions Preference Form through Wakefield Council. The council applies the admissions criteria afresh when allocating full-time places, so attending nursery must not be treated as securing the next place.
The nursery offers 15-hour and 30-hour provision. The usual part-time pattern is five mornings or five afternoons: mornings run from 8:45am to 11:45am, afternoons from 12:15pm to 3:15pm, Monday to Friday. Requests for fewer sessions are considered; other variations depend on space, parental demand and school discretion.
For eligible working parents, 30-hour places are limited. The childcare code must be checked before an offer and renewed every three months to retain the place. Monday to Thursday attendance runs from 8:45am to 3:15pm. Friday is shorter, with a charged extension to 3:15pm; contact the school for current charges.
Before-school care. Breakfast Club excludes nursery children. Families needing an earlier start must account for that restriction.
Send the nursery application form to reception@flanshawjin.co.uk or return it to school reception. The office can also be reached on 01924 290360.
It takes three and four year olds, usually starting in the term after their third birthday.
Morning sessions run from 8:45am to 11:45am and afternoons from 12:15pm to 3:15pm, Monday to Friday.
Yes, limited places are offered for eligible working parents. The school must verify the childcare code, which parents need to renew every three months.
Children attending for 30 hours must bring a packed lunch. The nursery admissions guidance excludes school dinners for these children.
No. Parents must submit a separate local authority Admissions Preference Form, and Wakefield Council applies the admissions criteria again for full-time places.
