Bacup Nursery School
URN: 119097 • Bacup OL13 8EF
Overview
- Name
- Bacup Nursery School
- URN
- 119097
- 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
- 90.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrea E Cooper (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01706873856
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cowtoot Lane, Bacup OL13 8EF
Summary
Bacup Nursery School, located in Bacup, Lancashire, is a local authority nursery school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3-4 years. With a total enrollment of 77 children, the school prides itself on its outstanding OFSTED rating, achieved in June 2022, reflecting excellence in all areas of early years education. The nursery is staffed by qualified teachers and experienced teaching assistants, ensuring a high standard of care and education.
The curriculum at Bacup Nursery School is designed to foster a love of learning through play and exploration, promoting the development of essential skills in a nurturing environment. The school emphasizes the importance of healthy habits, as evidenced by initiatives like the "Healthy Lunchboxes" campaign. Additionally, the nursery has introduced a holiday club, providing further support for families during school breaks.
Bacup Nursery School is committed to engaging with the local community and encouraging parental involvement through regular meetings and events. The school’s ethos focuses on creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive, laying a strong foundation for their future education. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or their Facebook page.
The curriculum at Bacup Nursery School is designed to foster a love of learning through play and exploration, promoting the development of essential skills in a nurturing environment. The school emphasizes the importance of healthy habits, as evidenced by initiatives like the "Healthy Lunchboxes" campaign. Additionally, the nursery has introduced a holiday club, providing further support for families during school breaks.
Bacup Nursery School is committed to engaging with the local community and encouraging parental involvement through regular meetings and events. The school’s ethos focuses on creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive, laying a strong foundation for their future education. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or their Facebook page.
Useful links
- Newsletter 10th October 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 19th September 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Log in (other)
- Matomo cookies (other)
- Website design byAPrimarySite (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ribblesdale Nursery School (79.0)
- Rockwood Nursery School (78.3)
- Reedley Hallows Nursery School (77.3)
- Basnett Street Nursery School (77.1)
- Whitegate Nursery School (76.3)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 77
- Boys
- 39
- Girls
- 38
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 77 | 39 | 38 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 87 | 45 | 42 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 103 | 53 | 50 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 103 | 53 | 50 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 97 | 52 | 45 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 104 | 57 | 47 | 0.00 |
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