South Normanton Nursery School
About South Normanton Nursery School
Around three-quarters of parents who responded to the most recent Ofsted survey said they would recommend South Normanton Nursery School to other families, a strong signal of satisfaction for this small state nursery in Bolsover. The school is not oversubscribed, with 74 children on roll across its mixed 3–5 provision, so securing a place is generally straightforward for local families. Headteacher Peter Hallsworth leads a setting that has held a Good rating from Ofsted since its most recent inspection in 2024, a step down from the Outstanding grade it achieved in its previous inspection back in 2013. The school’s chapel, sensory room, and music rooms are unusual facilities for a nursery, and the outdoor playground, swimming, and gymnastics provision give young children plenty of physical activity. Clubs such as gardening, book club, and eco club add variety to the daily routine.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
5Sports
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.
School day
Teaching hours
08:30 – 15:30
Breakfast club
07:30-08:30
Source: southnormantonnurseryschool.co.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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