Boldon Nursery School
About Boldon Nursery School
Boldon Nursery School is one of only four state nursery schools in South Tyneside, and all four hold an Outstanding rating from Ofsted. That puts it in a small, high-performing group within the local authority, with the nearest similarly rated school being Helen Gibson Nursery School, just 1.6 kilometres away. The school serves 105 children aged two to five, and its headteacher, Lisa Walton, leads a setting that has clearly established itself as a strong option for early years education in the area. With no religious character attached, it’s a fully inclusive state nursery that draws families from across the borough. Being part of such a compact network of Outstanding nurseries means parents in South Tyneside have genuinely excellent local choices, and Boldon Nursery School sits right in the middle of that landscape.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2024Latest monitoring visit (28 Jun 2024): School remains Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
4Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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