Usworth Colliery Nursery School
URN: 108749 • Washington NE37 3BL
Overview
- Name
- Usworth Colliery Nursery School
- URN
- 108749
- 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
- 60.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ailsa Higgins (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914167700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Manor Road, Washington NE37 3BL
Summary
Usworth Colliery Nursery School, located in Washington, Sunderland, is a local authority nursery school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2 to 4 years. With a current enrolment of 78 children, the school emphasizes creating a caring and inclusive environment where every child and their family feels valued and secure. The nursery prioritises children's well-being, fostering happiness, curiosity, and confidence as key components of effective learning.
The curriculum at Usworth is designed to encourage creativity and problem-solving, preparing children for future roles in various fields. Through a nurturing approach, children are supported in becoming resilient and confident communicators, learning to express their feelings and ideas effectively. The school also places a strong emphasis on environmental awareness, helping children appreciate their surroundings and understand their role in the wider world.
Usworth Colliery Nursery School invites parents to engage with the community and explore the opportunities available for their children. The school is committed to providing a supportive and stimulating environment that promotes both personal growth and academic development. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Usworth is designed to encourage creativity and problem-solving, preparing children for future roles in various fields. Through a nurturing approach, children are supported in becoming resilient and confident communicators, learning to express their feelings and ideas effectively. The school also places a strong emphasis on environmental awareness, helping children appreciate their surroundings and understand their role in the wider world.
Usworth Colliery Nursery School invites parents to engage with the community and explore the opportunities available for their children. The school is committed to providing a supportive and stimulating environment that promotes both personal growth and academic development. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- House Federation for Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Term Dates 2025 26 (download)
- Usworth Nursery School (other)
- About Us (other)
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- Staff (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Oxclose Nursery School (69.3)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 2 - 4
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 78
- Boys
- 45
- Girls
- 33
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 78 | 45 | 33 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 76 | 41 | 35 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 85 | 38 | 47 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 85 | 38 | 47 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 95 | 35 | 60 | 2.10 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 98 | 46 | 52 | 0.00 |
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