Nursery Admissions
Children can access a place in our two year old nursery the term after their second birthday, or three year old nursery the term after their third birthday, subject to availability. Applications can be made online, or in person at our main school office. Please note, you must still apply for a Reception place, even if your child is attending our nursery as this is not an automatic process.
Nursery 2’s (Little Squirrels Class)
Our Little Squirrel’s Nursery Provision is for children aged between 2 and 3 years.
Children can access a place in our setting the term after their 2nd birthday.
The term after their third birthday, if spaces allow, they will move into our Nursery 3s provision.
We offer morning, afternoon or full-day sessions. Children may qualify for a funded place, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria. We also offer spaces for families who wish to pay for sessions
For an extra cost, children in our 2’s nursery can stay for lunch if previously arranged with staff.
Please contact the school if you would like to know more 0191 9171910.
More information on funding can be found following the link below.
https://www.togetherforchildren.org.uk/Childcare
The following link takes you to the page to set up a family portal, where you can apply for the funding.
https://emsonline.sunderland.gov.uk/CitizenPortal/en
Nursery 3’s (Badger Class)
Nursery 3s Provision
Our Nursery 3s provision is for children aged 3–4 years.
We offer:
- 15 funded hours per week, subject to availability.
- 30 funded hours for eligible families who meet the criteria.
- A choice of morning, afternoon or 2½-day sessions, subject to availability.
Additional nursery sessions are available for £20 per session, subject to availability and staffing ratios. Sessions must be paid for in advance.
For more information about eligibility for 30 funded hours and to apply online, please visit:
30 Hours Free Childcare – GOV.UK
Children can stay for lunch for an additional charge and can also access our Rainbow Wraparound – Bright Beginnings Breakfast Club and Afternoon Adventures After School Club.
What to do next?
If you are interested in adding your child’s name to our waiting list for the 2’s or 3’s nurseries, then please pop into the school office and bring your child’s birth certificate with you. There is a short application form to complete and we will contact you when we have a space available.
NURSERY INFORMATION
Morning Session
School Nursery 8:30 am – 11:30 am
Afternoon Session
School Nursery 12:30pm -3:30pm
Nursery children enter school through the school gates and then through the nursery door, which will be open from 8:30am until 8:45am and 12.30pm until 12.35pm after which you will need to take your child in through the main entrance. A member of staff will be on duty at the door each morning (8:30am) and afternoon (12:30pm). Please inform them of any messages for the class teacher.
If, for whatever reason, you cannot collect your child from school and you nominate another person who is on the school contact form, please ensure that you inform the school as we cannot release a child to someone else if we have not previously been informed. This will prevent any unnecessary upset for all concerned; as it is essential the child’s welfare comes first.
Absence
Regular attendance is important in the early years. Every day at nursery provides valuable opportunities for your child to learn, develop, build friendships and establish positive routines.
Frequent absences can mean missing important learning experiences and can make it harder for children to feel settled and confident within the nursery environment.
We understand that children will occasionally need to be absent, particularly when they are unwell. However, we encourage families to develop good attendance habits from an early age. This will help prepare your child for the routines and expectations of school when they reach statutory school age.
Every day matters, and every day is an opportunity to learn, play and grow.
Punctuality
Arriving late can be upsetting both for the pupil and it may disrupt teaching routines. Any parents/carers arriving with their children after 8:45am or 12:35pm will find the door /gate closed. They will then need to press the buzzer for the main school office. Any children arriving after 8.45am or 12:35pm will have the time they arrive recorded and punctuality will be monitored.
