Kendal Nursery School
URN: 112091 • Kendal LA9 4PH
Overview
- Name
- Kendal Nursery School
- URN
- 112091
- 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
- 90.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alyssa Dobbs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01539730800
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brantfield, Kendal LA9 4PH
Summary
Kendal Nursery School, located in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, is a Local Authority Maintained Nursery School established in 1946. The school serves children aged 2 to 5 years and offers both full and part-time places. With a focus on creating a stimulating and nurturing environment, Kendal Nursery aims to be an extension of home, providing children with opportunities to develop a love for learning through play and exploration, both indoors and outdoors.
The nursery follows a broad Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, ensuring that each child has the chance to reach their full potential. The staff prioritise individual interests and developmental needs, fostering a sense of well-being and confidence among children. The school promotes British values, encouraging mutual respect, tolerance, and understanding of diverse cultures and communities.
Kendal Nursery School also features a dedicated provision for two-year-olds, ensuring a high adult-to-child ratio for personalised support. The school is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all families, making it a cherished part of the local community.
The nursery follows a broad Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, ensuring that each child has the chance to reach their full potential. The staff prioritise individual interests and developmental needs, fostering a sense of well-being and confidence among children. The school promotes British values, encouraging mutual respect, tolerance, and understanding of diverse cultures and communities.
Kendal Nursery School also features a dedicated provision for two-year-olds, ensuring a high adult-to-child ratio for personalised support. The school is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all families, making it a cherished part of the local community.
Useful links
- Governing Body Details (governance)
- Welcome from the Chair of Governors (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- Local Offer (sen)
- Special Education Needs and Disability SEND Information Report. (sen)
- SEN Policy (sen)
- Admission Policy (other)
- Charging and Remissions Policy (other)
- Positive Behaviour Policy (other)
- Child Protection Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Hindpool Nursery School (37.9)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 2 - 4
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 112
- Boys
- 54
- Girls
- 58
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 112 | 54 | 58 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 87 | 41 | 46 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 76 | 35 | 41 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 76 | 35 | 41 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 98 | 44 | 54 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 99 | 49 | 50 | 0.00 |
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