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Nursery at Bushbury Lane Academy
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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Play, stories and outdoor exploration shape the nursery at Bushbury Lane Academy, with creative and sensory activities alongside planned teaching for children aged 3 to 4. This is the academy’s own nursery in Wolverhampton, with a spacious indoor learning area and outdoor play spaces. Children have room to explore as well as activities designed to develop their language and social skills.
In February 2024, the nursery had provision for up to 16 children, with a choice of morning, afternoon or full-day attendance. Ofsted judged the school’s early years provision Outstanding at its inspection on 20 and 21 February 2024. That judgement covers early years within the school; it is not a separate nursery rating.
Learning combines play with planned activities organised around topics. Creative work, sensory exploration and opportunities to learn outdoors give children different ways to engage with ideas. Language and literacy development sit alongside support for social and emotional development, so the day concerns both learning and relationships.
The early years foundation stage (EYFS) learning described here includes stories, discussion and developing vocabulary across activities. In February 2024, staff explained ideas clearly, checked children’s understanding and adapted learning for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children made excellent progress across the early years curriculum. The practical benefit is teaching that responds to what children understand, rather than simply moving through activities.
In February 2024, phonics teaching drew on the poetry basket and reading spaces within early years. In February 2024, adults’ reading engaged children with unfamiliar ideas and words, while their own use of language gave children examples throughout the day. Stories are part of the teaching, rather than just a pause between activities.
A nursery teacher works within an EYFS team that includes an early years phase leader and teaching assistants. The nursery provides regular communication and updates for parents, helping families stay connected with their child’s experience. Social and emotional support is also part of the provision.
For children with SEND, the February 2024 early years findings describe a curriculum adjusted to their learning needs. Support is built into teaching across the curriculum, giving children access to learning suited to them.
Snacks and meals are provided. Children attending a full day can bring a packed lunch or have a purchased school meal. The school is nut-free, so packed lunches need to exclude nuts and products containing them. This is a practical consideration for families preparing food each morning.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Families must make a separate Reception application through the Wolverhampton City Council admissions portal. Treat the nursery place and the later school application as separate decisions.
Preparation for the next stage comes through learning itself. In February 2024, early years children were well prepared for their next stage through teaching that developed understanding and language. That educational preparation does not secure admission.
Afternoon sessions run from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. The full-day option runs from 8:30am to 3:30pm for a 30-hour place, subject to availability. Morning timings differ between the two timetables: 8:30am to 11:30am and 8:45am to 11:45am. Confirm the applicable morning timetable before planning collection. Children are required to attend each day.
The entitlement provides 15 hours per week for three- and four-year-olds in Wolverhampton from the term after their third birthday until Reception age, over no fewer than 38 weeks each year. Working families may qualify for 30 funded hours; they must apply in the preceding term and provide their eligibility code to the school. Lunchtime is chargeable because nursery education funding does not cover it. Additional sessions depend on availability and carry a charge; contact the school for current charges.
Nursery enquiries use a form returned to office@bushburylaneacademy.co.uk. Families can also arrange a visit by emailing the office or calling 01902 556486.
The nursery caters for children aged 3 to 4. Children usually start after turning three.
Afternoons run from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Full days run from 8:30am to 3:30pm for 30-hour places, subject to availability. The two morning timetables give 8:30am to 11:30am and 8:45am to 11:45am; confirm which applies to your booking.
Yes. Full-day children can bring a packed lunch or have a purchased school meal. Packed lunches must follow the school’s nut-free requirement.
No. A separate Reception application is required through the Wolverhampton City Council admissions portal.
Return the nursery enquiry form to office@bushburylaneacademy.co.uk. To arrange a visit, email the office or call 01902 556486.
