Ripley Nursery School
URN: 112478 • Ripley DE5 3HE
Overview
- Name
- Ripley Nursery School
- URN
- 112478
- 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
- 80.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01773745014
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sandham Lane, Ripley DE5 3HE
Summary
Ripley Nursery School is a local authority nursery located in Ripley, Derbyshire, catering to children aged 3 to 5 years. The school operates in a welcoming and inclusive environment, prioritising the development of each child's unique potential. With a strong emphasis on nurturing relationships, the nursery fosters a sense of belonging through play, exploration, and meaningful connections among children, staff, and families.
The nursery accommodates up to 90 children during term time and also offers wraparound childcare services for children aged 3 months to 5 years, available for 50 weeks of the year. The curriculum is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning and connection with nature, ensuring that every child feels safe, valued, and supported in their early educational journey.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Nicola Brown, Ripley Nursery School values parental involvement as a key component of children's success. The school community works collaboratively to promote high achievement, making it a vibrant place for children to thrive and grow. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact them directly.
The nursery accommodates up to 90 children during term time and also offers wraparound childcare services for children aged 3 months to 5 years, available for 50 weeks of the year. The curriculum is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning and connection with nature, ensuring that every child feels safe, valued, and supported in their early educational journey.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Nicola Brown, Ripley Nursery School values parental involvement as a key component of children's success. The school community works collaboratively to promote high achievement, making it a vibrant place for children to thrive and grow. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact them directly.
Useful links
- Spring 2 2025 Newsletter (download)
- Summer 2 2025 Newsletter (download)
- Summer 1 2025 Newsletter (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- Flagg Nursery School (92.1)
- Alfreton Nursery School (80.4)
- New Mills Nursery School (79.2)
- Hadfield Nursery School (74.4)
- South Normanton Nursery School (68.7)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 102
- Boys
- 49
- Girls
- 53
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 102 | 49 | 53 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 110 | 63 | 47 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 120 | 62 | 58 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 120 | 62 | 58 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 122 | 73 | 49 | 33.30 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 126 | 75 | 51 | 0.00 |
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