Pinxton Nursery School
About Pinxton Nursery School
Pinxton Nursery School is a small state nursery in Bolsover, Derbyshire, currently home to 61 children aged 3 to 4. That figure sits below the school’s capacity, suggesting there is room for more families to take up a place. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 14.3 per cent, which is slightly above the national average for state-funded nursery schools, though still a minority of the intake. The school is non-denominational and co-educational, with no religious character attached. Despite being undersubscribed, the school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023 judged it to be Good overall, and it has held a Good rating across both its recent inspections. For parents in the area weighing up options, it is worth noting that there are only two Outstanding-rated nursery schools in the whole of Derbyshire, the nearest being Alfreton Nursery School, 4.7 km away. Pinxton’s Good rating, combined with available places, makes it a solid, accessible choice for local families.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Latest monitoring visit (10 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
5Facilities 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
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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