Norcot Early Years Centre
URN: 109751 • Reading RG30 6UB
Overview
- Name
- Norcot Early Years Centre
- URN
- 109751
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Katarina Bingham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01189375577
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 82 Lyndhurst Road, Reading RG30 6UB
Summary
Norcot Early Years Centre is a local authority nursery school located in Reading, catering to children aged 2-5 years. The Centre emphasizes a play-based learning approach, providing a rich and varied curriculum designed to foster curiosity and a love of learning. With a commitment to inclusivity, Norcot aims to create a safe and stimulating environment where every child can achieve their individual potential.
The Centre operates across three buildings and includes a specially resourced provision for children with high needs. It offers government-funded places for eligible children and provides wraparound care for those aged three and above. Norcot values strong partnerships with families, ensuring that parents are supported in their child’s educational journey and well-being.
Norcot Early Years Centre is dedicated to professional development for its staff and actively contributes to the local educational community by sharing expertise in early years education. The Centre's ethos is built on nurturing relationships, respect for diversity, and celebrating each child's uniqueness, preparing them for their next stage in education.
The Centre operates across three buildings and includes a specially resourced provision for children with high needs. It offers government-funded places for eligible children and provides wraparound care for those aged three and above. Norcot values strong partnerships with families, ensuring that parents are supported in their child’s educational journey and well-being.
Norcot Early Years Centre is dedicated to professional development for its staff and actively contributes to the local educational community by sharing expertise in early years education. The Centre's ethos is built on nurturing relationships, respect for diversity, and celebrating each child's uniqueness, preparing them for their next stage in education.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Ambleside Centre (70.2)
- Caversham Nursery School (69.3)
- New Bridge Nursery School (68.3)
- Blagdon Nursery School (67.7)
- Blagrave Nursery School (55.4)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 102 | 54 | 48 | 6.10 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 99 | 53 | 46 | 16.70 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 109 | 55 | 54 | 19.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 109 | 55 | 54 | 19.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 109 | 69 | 40 | 5.70 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 119 | 65 | 54 | 3.10 |
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