Highfield Nursery School
URN: 121784 • Wellingborough NN8 4AB
Overview
- Name
- Highfield Nursery School
- URN
- 121784
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lyndsey Lambert (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01933225039
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Finedon Road, Wellingborough NN8 4AB
Summary
Highfield Nursery School, located in Wellingborough, is a local authority nursery catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2-5 years. With a current enrolment of 82 children, the school is part of the Foundations for Children Nursery Schools Federation, which also includes Croyland, Parklands, and Camrose Early Years Centre. The federation aims to provide high-quality early years education and support within the local community.
The nursery's curriculum is centred around play-based learning, which is essential for children's development. Staff members are dedicated to creating stimulating environments where children can explore, learn, and develop critical social, emotional, and intellectual skills. Regular observations and assessments help tailor activities to each child's unique learning journey, ensuring they receive the support they need to progress.
Highfield Nursery School values strong partnerships with parents, engaging them in their children's learning through consultations and progress checks. This collaborative approach fosters a supportive community where families can feel involved in their children's early education experiences.
The nursery's curriculum is centred around play-based learning, which is essential for children's development. Staff members are dedicated to creating stimulating environments where children can explore, learn, and develop critical social, emotional, and intellectual skills. Regular observations and assessments help tailor activities to each child's unique learning journey, ensuring they receive the support they need to progress.
Highfield Nursery School values strong partnerships with parents, engaging them in their children's learning through consultations and progress checks. This collaborative approach fosters a supportive community where families can feel involved in their children's early education experiences.
Useful links
- Privacy (download)
- www.foundationyears.org.uk (other)
- APPLY NOW FOR CHILD PLACES (other)
- Visit Federation website (other)
- About Us (other)
- Contact (other)
- Information (other)
- Governing Board (other)
- Policies (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- North Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 82
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 82 | 41 | 41 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 89 | 43 | 46 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 109 | 57 | 52 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 109 | 57 | 52 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 84 | 39 | 45 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 93 | 45 | 48 | 0.00 |
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