Newburn Manor Nursery School
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65
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About Newburn Manor Nursery School
Newburn Manor Nursery School sits within the Newcastle upon Tyne local authority, one of just three state nursery schools in the area. Notably, none of these nurseries currently hold an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, which places Newburn Manor in a strong position locally with its Good overall effectiveness grade. The school serves children aged 2 to 5 and is led by headteacher Kay Mills. With 65 pupils on roll and a relatively low proportion of 7.7% eligible for free school meals, it operates as a mixed-gender, non-religious setting. Its local peers include the other two LA nurseries, though specific names are not provided in the data. The school’s most recent inspection in 2022 highlighted particular strengths in personal development and behaviour and attitudes, both rated Outstanding, while leadership and management and the quality of education were judged Good.
Academically, as a nursery school, Newburn Manor does not participate in the standardised assessments used for older pupils, such as KS2 SATs or Progress 8 measures. Instead, its performance is measured through the Ofsted inspection framework, which focuses on early years provision and the quality of education for children under five. In its most recent graded inspection in June 2022, the school achieved Good for overall effectiveness, with Outstanding marks for personal development and for behaviour and attitudes. This represents a change from its previous inspection in 2014, when the school was rated Outstanding overall and received top marks for early years provision, leadership and management, and overall effectiveness. The current inspection report notes that while the quality of education remains Good, the school has maintained very high standards in how it supports children’s personal growth and social skills.
The school offers a range of facilities including a dining hall, outdoor playground, sensory room, art studios, gymnasium, and chapel, which support its early years curriculum. Sports provision is limited to dance, while extracurricular activities include Eco Club and Gardening. For children with additional needs, the school provides targeted support for speech, language and communication. As a state nursery, admissions are managed through the local authority, and the school is likely to appeal to families seeking a dedicated early years setting with a strong focus on personal development and behaviour. With no boarding option and a nursery provision that caters specifically to the 2-5 age range, it suits parents looking for a structured, Ofsted-rated start to their child’s education within the Newcastle upon Tyne area.
Key Details
| School Type | Nursery (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 5 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Townfield Gardens, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 8PY |
| Headteacher | Kay Mills |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 65 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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.
Class profile
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Lower-disadvantage intake compared to the national average (25%).
Below most schools — predominantly English as first language.
Ethnic background
- White British95.4%
- Asian3.1%
- Black1.5%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
6
Total schools
5
Oversubscribed
4
Primary
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Frequently Asked Questions About Newburn Manor Nursery School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
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Contact Information
Townfield Gardens, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 8PY
Townfield Gardens, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 8PY
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