Bilston Nursery School
About Bilston Nursery School
Bilston Nursery School is a state-funded nursery in Wolverhampton for children aged 2 to 5, currently home to 177 pupils. That figure is worth noting because the school’s capacity is not provided in the data, so we can’t say how close it is to full, but the fact that it’s a nursery means places are typically in high demand among local families. The school’s intake reflects a diverse community, though the data doesn’t give a specific free school meals percentage to compare against the national or local average. What we do know is that Bilston is one of only four nurseries in Wolverhampton rated Outstanding by Ofsted, out of seven total nurseries in the local authority. That puts it in a strong position relative to its peers. The nearest other Outstanding nursery is Eastfield Nursery School, 2.6 km away, so for families in the Bilston area, this is likely the top-rated option within easy reach. The school is mixed gender and has no religious character, so it’s open to all local children regardless of background.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2022Latest monitoring visit (9 Nov 2022): School remains Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
3Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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