The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre
URN: 135108 • Nottingham NG7 3AB
Overview
- Name
- The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre
- URN
- 135108
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 62.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joy Buttress & Lorna Dermody (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01159159090
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Denman Street West, Nottingham NG7 3AB
Summary
The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre is a local authority nursery located in Nottingham, catering to a mixed-gender population of 97 pupils. The school prioritises a nurturing environment where children can grow, explore, and learn through play. With a focus on individual attention, the nursery maintains low staff-to-child ratios, ensuring that each child receives personalised support from trained early-years professionals.
The curriculum at Nottingham Nursery School is play-based, encompassing essential areas such as language, mathematics, creative arts, and basic science. Daily activities include story time, art projects, outdoor play, and group lessons, all designed to foster curiosity and engagement. Teachers observe each child's learning style and adapt activities accordingly, promoting a sense of achievement and confidence in every child.
Located conveniently in Nottingham, the nursery encourages strong communication with parents through regular updates and accessible channels for interaction with teachers. This community-oriented approach, combined with a commitment to quality early education, makes Nottingham Nursery School a supportive choice for families seeking a positive start for their children.
The curriculum at Nottingham Nursery School is play-based, encompassing essential areas such as language, mathematics, creative arts, and basic science. Daily activities include story time, art projects, outdoor play, and group lessons, all designed to foster curiosity and engagement. Teachers observe each child's learning style and adapt activities accordingly, promoting a sense of achievement and confidence in every child.
Located conveniently in Nottingham, the nursery encourages strong communication with parents through regular updates and accessible channels for interaction with teachers. This community-oriented approach, combined with a commitment to quality early education, makes Nottingham Nursery School a supportive choice for families seeking a positive start for their children.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (sen)
- School Calendar and Holidays (calendar)
- SCITT Teacher Training Vacancies (other)
- Home (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Nursery (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Equality Statement (other)
- Partnerships (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Pinxton Nursery School (63.3)
- Arboretum Nursery School (45.2)
- Croft Nursery School (45.2)
- King Edward Park Nursery School (45.2)
- Kirkby Nursery Centre (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Nottingham
- Age range
- 2 - 4
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 97
- Boys
- 55
- Girls
- 42
- FSM %
- 16.70
- Open date
- 2008-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 97 | 55 | 42 | 16.70 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 99 | 63 | 36 | 20.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 111 | 57 | 54 | 3.10 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 111 | 57 | 54 | 3.10 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 109 | 53 | 56 | 5.30 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 123 | 67 | 56 | 13.00 |
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