Crossens Nursery School
URN: 104845 • Southport PR9 8PA
Overview
- Name
- Crossens Nursery School
- URN
- 104845
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 72.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth (Beth) Brice (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01704228624
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Preston New Road, Southport PR9 8PA
Summary
Crossens Nursery School, located in Southport, Sefton, is a local authority nursery catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2 to 4 years. With a small cohort of 74 children, the school fosters an environment where children are encouraged to develop happy minds, healthy bodies, and kind hearts. The school’s vision emphasizes the importance of nurturing caring, curious learners who are confident in facing challenges and building resilience.
The curriculum at Crossens is designed around the seven areas of learning, delivered through play in a supportive environment. Key Workers play a vital role in guiding children through structured group times, ensuring emotional security and fostering strong relationships. The nursery also offers various enrichment opportunities, including outdoor learning and visits from artists, to enhance the educational experience.
Crossens Nursery School values collaboration with parents and other agencies to identify and address barriers to learning early on. This partnership approach aims to ensure that all children leave the nursery well-prepared for their transition to primary school. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The curriculum at Crossens is designed around the seven areas of learning, delivered through play in a supportive environment. Key Workers play a vital role in guiding children through structured group times, ensuring emotional security and fostering strong relationships. The nursery also offers various enrichment opportunities, including outdoor learning and visits from artists, to enhance the educational experience.
Crossens Nursery School values collaboration with parents and other agencies to identify and address barriers to learning early on. This partnership approach aims to ensure that all children leave the nursery well-prepared for their transition to primary school. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- Greenacre Community Nursery School (71.5)
- Cambridge Nursery School (57.9)
- Sand Dunes Nursery School (55.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sefton
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 74
- Boys
- 34
- Girls
- 40
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 74 | 34 | 40 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 79 | 36 | 43 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 62 | 37 | 25 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 62 | 37 | 25 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 81 | 44 | 37 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 88 | 50 | 38 | 0.00 |
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