Ashgate Nursery School
URN: 112479 • Derby DE1 1GJ
Overview
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Fearn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332371769
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 18 Stepping Lane, Derby DE1 1GJ
Summary
Ashgate Nursery School, located in Derby, is a local authority nursery catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2-5 years. With a capacity of 64 children, the nursery has been supporting families in the community for over 40 years. The school prioritises happiness, resilience, and well-being, aiming to create a collaborative learning environment where every child is respected and valued.
The curriculum at Ashgate is designed to inspire curiosity and a passion for learning, with a strong emphasis on imaginative and creative exploration. The nursery benefits from beautiful outdoor spaces, allowing children to engage in all-weather play and learn about the natural environment. Staff members are highly qualified and dedicated to providing exciting learning opportunities tailored to each child's unique personality.
Ashgate Nursery School promotes inclusivity and positive relationships among children and families, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. The school offers flexible session times and encourages parents to dress their children in practical clothing suitable for outdoor adventures. For more information on admissions and to arrange visits, parents can contact the school directly.
The curriculum at Ashgate is designed to inspire curiosity and a passion for learning, with a strong emphasis on imaginative and creative exploration. The nursery benefits from beautiful outdoor spaces, allowing children to engage in all-weather play and learn about the natural environment. Staff members are highly qualified and dedicated to providing exciting learning opportunities tailored to each child's unique personality.
Ashgate Nursery School promotes inclusivity and positive relationships among children and families, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. The school offers flexible session times and encourages parents to dress their children in practical clothing suitable for outdoor adventures. For more information on admissions and to arrange visits, parents can contact the school directly.
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Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 64
- Boys
- 36
- Girls
- 28
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 64 | 36 | 28 | 0.00 | |
2024-09-11 | 52 | 27 | 25 | 0.00 | |
2023-09-11 | 62 | 27 | 35 | 0.00 | |
2022-09-11 | 62 | 27 | 35 | 0.00 | |
2021-09-11 | 70 | 33 | 37 | 0.00 | |
2020-09-11 | 68 | 33 | 35 | 0.00 |
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