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Nursery at Moresby 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
A garden in the snow and a first encounter with the sound m give Moresby's early years provision a concrete character. The Class One gallery includes both, with the sound activity explicitly identified as nursery learning. These are small glimpses of learning through movement, language and practical activity.
Nursery provision forms part of Moresby Primary School in Moresby Parks, Whitehaven, where the school's age range begins at three. This is a school setting, with nursery children also eligible for Breakfast Club. For families needing an earlier start, that is a useful practical feature.
The curriculum includes an EYFS outline, the early years foundation stage element of the school's learning plans. In May 2023, Ofsted found that routines introduced in early years were understood and followed by children. Predictable routines give young children a structure for taking part in the day.
The Class One gallery records children cutting Christmas decorations, taking part in gymnastics and practising ball control and passing. A bench appears in physical education activities; a maths area and a board for writing numbers provide further examples of the learning spaces. These are Class One examples rather than a timetable for every nursery session, but they show practical tasks alongside physical and mathematical activity.
Outdoor learning has a visible place too: the garden features in snow play. Alongside the nursery sound activity, these examples give parents a picture of early learning that includes both language and hands-on exploration.
Additional learning needs were being recognised from the nursery year in May 2023. Teachers used different methods to help children with those needs access the curriculum alongside their peers. Early recognition matters because support can begin while children are still at the start of school life.
Support also extends to emotional wellbeing. Across the school, an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant provides individual sessions for children and families, as well as group sessions for children. Parents are encouraged to raise worries about their child's emotional health, giving families a direct way to begin a conversation about support.
The safeguarding team includes a designated lead, a deputy and a SENCo. Families can bring a concern to any staff member, so there is more than one route for raising a worry.
Separate application. Attending this nursery does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must apply again through the normal Reception admissions process. The school's admissions page directs parents to Cumberland Council School Admissions; treat that application as a separate step from joining nursery.
Breakfast Club starts at 7.30am and accepts nursery children throughout term time, every day. After-school clubs have a different limitation: the school does not promise an option for every age on every day. Families relying on afternoon provision should use the office's current club list when planning collection.
A tour can be arranged through the school office. For an initial enquiry, the contact page has a question form and the school telephone number is 01946 599765. These provide direct routes to discuss joining and arrange a visit.
The school uniform policy permits unbranded clothing in the required colours. Blue tops, white or blue polo shirts and grey or black skirts or trousers form the main choices; branded items can be bought from Haig Embroidery. Comfortable trainers are permitted, provided footwear is safe for the school day.
No. Nursery attendance does not guarantee a place, and families need to make a separate Reception application through the normal admissions process.
Yes. Breakfast Club accepts nursery children and opens at 7.30am every day during term time.
The Class One gallery explicitly identifies nursery children learning the sound m. It also includes garden snow play and Class One activities involving cutting, gymnastics and numbers.
Contact the school or its SENCo. The May 2023 inspection identified recognition of additional needs from the nursery year.
Contact the school office to arrange a tour. The contact page also provides an enquiry form, and the telephone number is 01946 599765.
