Whitecross Nursery School
URN: 112480 • Derby DE1 3PJ
Overview
- Name
- Whitecross Nursery School
- URN
- 112480
- 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
- 64.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire FitzPatrick (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332371876
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Watson Street, Derby DE1 3PJ
Summary
Whitecross Nursery School is a local authority maintained nursery located in Derby, accommodating 89 mixed-gender pupils. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to develop a lifelong love of learning. With a focus on child-led learning, the curriculum is designed to foster curiosity, resilience, and independence, ensuring that each child feels valued and empowered.
The nursery offers a variety of provisions, including 16 places for two-year-olds, with dedicated spaces for younger learners. Outdoor learning is emphasized, and the school provides opportunities for children to engage with their local community through visits and visitors. The staff are highly trained and committed to delivering exceptional early years education, working collaboratively with families and the wider community to support the best outcomes for all children.
Whitecross Nursery School also promotes British values, encouraging children to explore different cultures and develop social skills. The school aims to create a positive climate for learning, preparing children for their future educational journeys while instilling respect, tolerance, and a sense of responsibility.
The nursery offers a variety of provisions, including 16 places for two-year-olds, with dedicated spaces for younger learners. Outdoor learning is emphasized, and the school provides opportunities for children to engage with their local community through visits and visitors. The staff are highly trained and committed to delivering exceptional early years education, working collaboratively with families and the wider community to support the best outcomes for all children.
Whitecross Nursery School also promotes British values, encouraging children to explore different cultures and develop social skills. The school aims to create a positive climate for learning, preparing children for their future educational journeys while instilling respect, tolerance, and a sense of responsibility.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Walbrook Nursery School (78.0)
- Central Community Nursery School (72.7)
- Harrington Nursery School (71.0)
- Stonehill Nursery School (68.5)
- Ashgate Nursery School (62.7)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 2 - 4
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 89
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 48
- FSM %
- 25.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 89 | 41 | 48 | 25.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 79 | 41 | 38 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 66 | 31 | 35 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 66 | 31 | 35 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 76 | 39 | 37 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 76 | 40 | 36 | 0.00 |
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