Consultation – Proposal to change the age range of the school from 3-11 to 2-11 by increasing the nursery provision of our school
Dear parents, carers and members of our local community
I am writing to let you know of a proposed change to the age range at Northwood Primary School which will enable us to offer nursery provision from the age of 2.
Currently we offer nursery places from the age of 3 and under this new initiative this age would be lowered and allow us to offer nursery places from the age of 2.
We believe this change will support our community and provide greater access to high quality nursery provision from a younger age. This will help our children access support with their early year’s education from a younger age and help foster the positive long-term relationships with our families.
Is there demand for the 2 year old Nursery Provision?
Initial discussions with our families have shown a huge interest in the nursery offering places to younger children. It will allow the children to join our school at the age of 2 and progress through to 11. The need for transition in their early education from one setting to another is then reduced which can help children in their achievement and development.
Where will the new facility be based?
There is capacity for the extended nursery to be housed at school in a purpose-built setting, meaning that children will access bespoke 2 year old provision can progress seamlessly through to the rest of the Early Years setting.
Support for the Nursery?
Trustees of Lingfield Education Trust and Local Governors all support this proposal and believe it is in the best interests of the school and the pupils. The school and trust have extensive experience of delivering high quality education in early years and would ensure this continues with the offer to 2 year olds.
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What Nursery hours are on offer?
The nursery hours on offer in the initial start up phase of the nursery are 8:30 – 11:30 but will be reviewed following this consultation. A final offer will then be confirmed for September 2025.
What are the next stages of the process?
The consultation will run from Thursday 5th December until Thursday 27th December. To let us know your thoughts please email us at bphillips@northwoodprimary.org.uk.