Lydalls Nursery School
URN: 122972 • Didcot OX11 7HX
Overview
- Name
- Lydalls Nursery School
- URN
- 122972
- 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
- 59.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Phillips (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01235813137
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lydalls Road, Didcot OX11 7HX
Summary
Lydalls Nursery School, located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, is a local authority nursery catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3 to 4 years. With a total of 66 children enrolled, the school emphasizes the importance of high-quality early learning experiences, which are essential for fostering a lifelong love of learning. The nursery values the role of parents as primary educators and aims to build supportive relationships throughout each child's time at the school.
The curriculum at Lydalls is designed to provide rich learning experiences, as highlighted in the recent OFSTED report, which commended the exceptional personal development and exemplary conduct of the children. The nursery offers a structured daily routine and a variety of activities that cater to the developmental needs of young learners, ensuring they thrive in a nurturing environment.
Lydalls Nursery School also provides additional support through the Chameleon Club, which offers extended care options. The school encourages community involvement and welcomes parents to participate in tours and events, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that benefits both children and families. For admissions, parents are advised to submit applications by specified deadlines throughout the year.
The curriculum at Lydalls is designed to provide rich learning experiences, as highlighted in the recent OFSTED report, which commended the exceptional personal development and exemplary conduct of the children. The nursery offers a structured daily routine and a variety of activities that cater to the developmental needs of young learners, ensuring they thrive in a nurturing environment.
Lydalls Nursery School also provides additional support through the Chameleon Club, which offers extended care options. The school encourages community involvement and welcomes parents to participate in tours and events, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that benefits both children and families. For admissions, parents are advised to submit applications by specified deadlines throughout the year.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Read the latest OFSTED report (download)
- Read the latest OFSTED Report (download)
- Home (other)
- About Lydalls (other)
- Values and Ethos (other)
- Daily Routine (other)
- Lydalls People (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Harwell Nursery School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 66
- Boys
- 36
- Girls
- 30
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 66 | 36 | 30 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 75 | 41 | 34 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 84 | 42 | 42 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 84 | 42 | 42 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 68 | 39 | 29 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 72 | 37 | 35 | 0.00 |
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