Oxclose Nursery School
About Oxclose Nursery School
Oxclose Nursery School stands out sharply against the backdrop of Sunderland’s early years provision. Of the seven state nursery schools in the local authority, five hold an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, placing Oxclose firmly within the top tier. Its most recent graded inspection, in 2015, awarded the school the highest possible mark across the board, with leadership and management, early years provision, and overall effectiveness all rated Outstanding. A subsequent ungraded inspection in June 2024 confirmed the school continues to meet this standard, though inspectors noted some concerns that required monitoring. This consistency over time is notable, especially for a nursery serving just 82 children aged two to four. The school’s sustained performance suggests a stable, well-led setting that has maintained its quality through changes in early years frameworks and local authority oversight.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Latest monitoring visit (25 Jun 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 27 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
6Facilities 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
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
School day
Teaching hours
08:45 – 15:30
Breakfast club
07:30-08:45
After-school care
15:30-17:00
Source: oxclosenursery.com. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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