Highfield Nursery School
URN: 119067 • Chorley PR6 0SL
Overview
- Name
- Highfield Nursery School
- URN
- 119067
- 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
- 74.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Susan Conron (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01257262556
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wright Street, Chorley PR6 0SL
Summary
Highfield Nursery School, located in Chorley, Lancashire, is a local authority nursery school that caters to 71 mixed-gender pupils. The school has been rated as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality early education. Highfield Nursery focuses on the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, ensuring that children develop in all areas of learning through engaging and supportive activities.
The nursery prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community, where every child is valued for their individuality and cultural background. The staff, including qualified teachers and a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo), work closely with families to support each child's learning journey. Highfield offers extensive outdoor facilities, including a forest school area, and provides up to 30 hours of free early education for eligible three-year-olds, alongside affordable fees for additional hours.
Highfield Nursery School operates from 8 am to 5:30 pm, offering a range of sessions including breakfast and after-school clubs. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive and become confident, capable learners.
The nursery prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community, where every child is valued for their individuality and cultural background. The staff, including qualified teachers and a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo), work closely with families to support each child's learning journey. Highfield offers extensive outdoor facilities, including a forest school area, and provides up to 30 hours of free early education for eligible three-year-olds, alongside affordable fees for additional hours.
Highfield Nursery School operates from 8 am to 5:30 pm, offering a range of sessions including breakfast and after-school clubs. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive and become confident, capable learners.
Useful links
- Meet the Team and Governing Body (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Staff (governance)
- Inclusion/Local Offer (SEND) (sen)
- Vision and Ethos (download)
- Headteacher's Welcome (download)
- Highfield Nursery School Ofsted Report (download)
- Cookie policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Duke Street Nursery School (76.1)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 71
- Boys
- 43
- Girls
- 28
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 71 | 43 | 28 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 69 | 37 | 32 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 82 | 41 | 41 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 82 | 41 | 41 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 76 | 45 | 31 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 84 | 46 | 38 | 0.00 |
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