Seaham Harbour Nursery School
URN: 113975 • Seaham SR7 7NN
Overview
- Name
- Seaham Harbour Nursery School
- URN
- 113975
- 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
- 73.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carole Lesley Scott (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915812829
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bottleworks Road, Seaham SR7 7NN
Summary
Seaham Harbour Nursery School is a local authority nursery located in Seaham, County Durham, catering to a mixed-gender population of 110 pupils. The school prides itself on providing a secure and nurturing environment where children can learn through play and exploration. With an emphasis on making learning enjoyable, the nursery aims to meet the individual needs of each child, fostering their growth and development.
The nursery has consistently achieved an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted for six consecutive inspections since 2006, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education. The school also offers a 30-hour entitlement for working parents and provides support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils receive the necessary resources and interventions to thrive.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Seaham Harbour Nursery School, with an open-door policy for parents and a focus on collaboration with local agencies. The school encourages parental involvement and offers resources to help families understand the support available for children with SEND, reinforcing its dedication to creating a positive educational experience for all.
The nursery has consistently achieved an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted for six consecutive inspections since 2006, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education. The school also offers a 30-hour entitlement for working parents and provides support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils receive the necessary resources and interventions to thrive.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Seaham Harbour Nursery School, with an open-door policy for parents and a focus on collaboration with local agencies. The school encourages parental involvement and offers resources to help families understand the support available for children with SEND, reinforcing its dedication to creating a positive educational experience for all.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Seaham Harbour Nursery (other)
- About Us (other)
- Early Years Foundation Stage (other)
- Meet The Staff (other)
- Our Nursery School Offer (other)
- Our Vision and Aims (other)
- Nursery Admissions (other)
- Nursery Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Murton Nursery School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 110
- Boys
- 58
- Girls
- 52
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 110 | 58 | 52 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 114 | 65 | 49 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 112 | 63 | 49 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 112 | 63 | 49 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 106 | 46 | 60 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 119 | 55 | 64 | 0.00 |
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